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A major accident occurred at the Yashwadi Maruti Temple in Maharashtra’s Parbhani district on Saturday when the roof of an under-construction sabha mandap suddenly collapsed, trapping dozens of devotees under the debris.
On Saturday, the roof of an under-construction sabha mandap at Maharashtra’s Yashwadi Maruti Temple in Parbhani collapsed during a large gathering, trapping an estimated 30-40 devotees and feared dead at least 3 people.
According to PTI reports, at least 3 people are feared dead, while around 30 to 40 devotees are believed to be trapped. Rescue teams, police personnel and district officials rushed to the spot and launched an emergency rescue operation.
Authorities have not yet officially confirmed the number of deaths or injuries as rescue efforts continue.
Roof Collapses During Heavy Crowd Gathering
The incident took place at the under-construction sabha mandap located in front of the Yashwadi Maruti Temple. A large number of devotees had gathered at the temple premises when the structure unexpectedly gave way.
Being a Saturday, the temple witnessed a higher-than-usual footfall, resulting in a significant number of people being present near the construction site at the time of the collapse.
VIDEO | At least 3 dead, several injured as slab of a temple collapses in central Maharashtras Parbhani district. Rescue operations underway. More details are awaited.
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The sudden accident created panic among devotees, with people rushing to safety while others became trapped beneath the fallen structure.
Several Devotees Feared Trapped Under Debris
Initial reports indicate that around 30 to 40 devotees may still be trapped under the rubble. Rescue personnel are working to remove debris and locate those who may be stuck beneath the collapsed roof.
Eyewitnesses reported scenes of chaos as local residents and temple visitors immediately began helping in rescue efforts before emergency teams arrived.
Several people are believed to have suffered serious injuries and have been pulled out from the debris during the ongoing operation.
Massive Rescue Operation Underway
Following the collapse, officials from the district administration, police department and disaster response teams reached the site and began rescue work on a war footing.
Heavy machinery and specialised rescue equipment have been deployed to clear the debris as quickly as possible. Authorities are carefully conducting operations to ensure the safety of those who may still be trapped underneath.
Rescue teams are working continuously to reach all affected individuals and assess the full extent of the damage.
Ambulances and Medical Teams Deployed
A large number of ambulances have been stationed near the temple premises to transport the injured to nearby hospitals.
Medical teams have also been placed on alert to provide emergency treatment to those rescued from the site. Officials are closely monitoring the health condition of the injured as rescue efforts continue.
The administration has appealed to people to avoid crowding the area and allow emergency services to carry out their work efficiently.
Cause of Collapse Yet to Be Determined
While the exact reason behind the collapse remains unclear, authorities are expected to conduct a detailed investigation once rescue operations are completed.
Since the structure was still under construction, officials will likely examine whether there were any construction-related issues or safety lapses that may have contributed to the accident.
For now, the focus remains on rescuing those trapped and providing medical assistance to the injured.
