All workers trapped after a portion of an under-construction building collapsed in Gujarat’s Kudasan area were safely rescued, with the state government reporting no casualties following a war-footing rescue operation late Wednesday night.
BJP MLA Rita Patel said local residents had informed her that around 20 to 22 people generally worked at the construction site each day. From local residents, we learned that around 20 to 22 people used to work here daily. However, so far, 13 people have been pulled out from the debris and shifted to Civil Hospital.
Senior officials, including Home Department Additional Chief Secretary Sanjeev Kumar, Director General of Police (DGP) Gyanendra Singh Malik, the District Collector, Municipal Commissioner and senior police officials, monitored the operation,” the Deputy Chief Minister said. Rescue teams from the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation, fire brigade and disaster management authorities used cranes and other modern equipment to clear the debris and reach the trapped workers. “The timely rescue operation ensured that there were no fatalities in the incident. “This incident occurred about three hours ago. We were outside when we received a call informing us that this accident happened in the Kudasan area of Gandhinagar. Fortunately, no one is in critical condition; all are receiving treatment. A dedicated team of doctors is present at the Civil Hospital, ensuring they receive proper care,” Patel added. The district administration, municipal authorities and senior police officials continue to monitor the situation.
