Mumbai: Three-storeyed building collapses in Dongri, several fear trapped

DN Bureau

A three-storeyed residential building collapsed near the J.J. junction in the Pakmodia street of the Dongri area of Mumbai.

A site of the three-storeyed building which collapsed in Dongri
A site of the three-storeyed building which collapsed in Dongri


Mumbai: A three-storeyed residential building collapsed near the J.J. junction in the Pakmodia street of the Dongri area of Mumbai, Maharashtra on Thursday morning.

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The building, named Husaini building, is located at the Bohari Mahal and falls under the jurisdiction of the J.J. Marg Police Station.

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As many as 20-25 people are fear trapped under the debris.

The DCP Zone 1, Dr. Manoj Sharma, has confirmed that seven people have been rescued from the debris, and the look-out for more survivours is underway.

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Meanwhile, a police team, a team of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the fire brigade and ambulances have been rushed to the spot.

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Mumbai has been receiving heavy rains since Tuesday disrupting the normal life of the people. The city received over 300 mm rain on August 29 alone, almost touching the July 26, 2005 deluge.

791 buildings have been identified as the 'most dangerous' in its pre-monsoon survey. (ANI)










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