On Friday, December 13, at approximately 12:06 a.m. local time, a four-story building in Bhendi Bazaar, Mumbai, partially collapsed. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported, as the building had been evacuated prior to the incident. The fire brigade promptly arrived at the site with five vehicles and initiated a search-and-rescue operation to ensure that no one was trapped or harmed.
Authorities immediately began assessing the extent of the damage, while eyewitnesses described the collapse as resembling a “pack of cards.” As of now, the cause of the collapse remains unknown; however, an investigation is underway to determine the exact reason behind the incident.
This event underscores the ongoing issue of Mumbai’s aging and poor-quality infrastructure, highlighting the vulnerability of many structures in the city. The incident has also raised concerns about the numerous aging buildings located in densely populated areas of Mumbai. Authorities fear that such incidents could become more frequent.
To address this pressing issue, it is recommended that authorities adopt stricter strategies, including regular maintenance schedules, timely inspections, and rigorous enforcement of building regulations. These measures are essential not only to ensure public safety but also to prevent further deterioration of the city’s aging infrastructure.
Sources: urbanacres.in, newsx.com
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