A three-storey building has collapsed in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut. 8 people injured in the incident. At least 13 people have been rescued so far and several others are feared trapped under the debris. The Chief Minister's Office has taken cognizance of the incident and directed officials to provide immediate assistance.
The incident took place in Meerut's Zakir Colony. The three-storey building collapsed due to heavy rains. Eight people were killed in the incident. At least 13 people have been rescued from the debris. Some of them suffered minor injuries. Rescue operations are currently underway at war footing.
Uttar Pradesh has been receiving heavy rainfall in the past few days. At least 11 districts in the state have been affected by floods. As many as 3056 houses have been damaged in the rain. Last week, a three-storey building collapsed in Lucknow due to heavy rains. 5 people were injured in the accidents As many as 24 people were injured.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognizance of the incident and directed officials to provide immediate assistance. The building collapse in Lucknow is unfortunate. Rescue operations are underway and we are in touch with the local administration, "he said.
At least 17 people have died in Uttar Pradesh in rain-related incidents. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh for the families of the deceased. Livestock has also been severely affected. Their families were also given financial assistance.
