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Tragedy struck in Surat’s Sachin Pali village in Gujarat when a six-storey building collapsed, leading to one fatality and leaving several individuals feared trapped under the rubble. Amid days of incessant rains, the tragic incident unfolded, causing devastation and chaos in the area. The structure, which housed 30 apartments with only five occupied, came crashing down in a harrowing turn of events.
Rescue efforts are currently underway, with officials tirelessly combing through the massive chunks of concrete in a race against time to locate and save those trapped beneath the debris. So far, one woman has been miraculously rescued from the ruins, while 15 people have sustained injuries. The monumental rescue operation has drawn the attention of both the police and fire department officials, who are working diligently to extract any survivors and ensure their safety.
As the search and rescue mission persists, the National Disaster Response Force has been summoned to reinforce the efforts in aiding the victims of this tragic incident. Eyewitnesses have described the harrowing moments when the building crumbled before their eyes, recounting scenes of chaos and heroism as locals banded together to assist in the rescue operations. Despite the relative youth of the building, reports indicate that it displayed signs of dilapidation, with numerous apartments remaining vacant.
Dr. Saurabh Parghi, Surat’s District Collector, expressed hope and determination, stating, “Teams of the NDRF and SDRF have been mobilized, and we are optimistic about rescuing the remaining trapped individuals within a few hours.” Echoing this sentiment, Surat’s Police Commissioner Anupam Singh Gehlot remained resolute, assuring that those trapped beneath the rubble would be rescued promptly. The comprehensive investigation into the cause of the building collapse is set to commence, shedding light on the circumstances leading to this critical structural failure. As the community grapples with the aftermath of this catastrophic event, the resolve to provide aid and support to the victims and their families remains unwavering.
