Thane (Maharashtra) May 20 2025 (ANI): In Kalyan, the fourth floor slab of the Shri Saptashringi building collapsed during renovation work, causing slabs from the lower floors to fall as well. 11 people were trapped in the rubble, with 5 rescued and 6 confirmed dead. The fire brigade and rescue teams rushed to the site. The building, which housed 52 families, will soon be demolished due to its deteriorating condition, with alternate accommodations being arranged for the residents.Kalyan SDO Vishwas Digambar Gujar said, "On the fourth floor of Shri Saptashringi building in Kalyan, flooring work was going on. During the renovation work, the slab of the fourth floor collapsed, taking with it slabs of all the subsequent lower floors. 11 people were trapped in the rubble. Fire brigade and other teams rushed to the spot and started with the rescue work. 5 people have been rescued and 6 people have died in the accident. Clearance work is going on... There were a total of 52 families living here... This building will soon be demolished because its condition has deteriorated with time... Alternate arrangements for the families will be made..."
