A tragic accident occurred on Saturday in Yashwadi village of Manwath taluka, located in Maharashtra’s Parbhani district, when the roof of an under-construction Hanuman temple’s sabha mandap (assembly hall) collapsed during a religious gathering. According to initial reports, at least seven devotees lost their lives and around 30 others were injured in the incident. Rescue teams rushed to the site and emergency operations were launched to pull people from the debris.
What Happened?
- The collapse occurred during a religious programme being held at the under-construction temple.
- A large number of devotees had gathered inside the sabha mandap when the roof suddenly gave way.
- Several people were trapped under concrete and debris, prompting an immediate rescue effort by local authorities and emergency personnel.
Casualties and Rescue Efforts
- Authorities have confirmed at least seven fatalities.
- Around 30 people sustained injuries, with several being shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment.
- Rescue operations continued for hours as teams searched for additional victims who might have been trapped beneath the rubble.
Questions Over Construction Safety
The incident has raised serious concerns about:
- Conducting public events inside incomplete structures.
- Compliance with construction safety norms.
- Quality checks and approvals for temporary or under-construction religious facilities.
Local authorities are expected to investigate the cause of the collapse and determine whether negligence or structural defects contributed to the tragedy.
The incident has left the local community in shock, with condolences pouring in for the victims and their families.
