Six feared trapped after multi-storey building collapses in Punjab’s Ludhiana, one rescued-OxBig News Network

In an unfortunate incident, a three-story building collapsed in Punjab’s Ludhiana, in which six labourers were trapped under the debris. The incident took place in an old part of a dyeing unit in Phase 8 of the Focal Point area of ​​Ludhiana.  

The rescue teams were rushed to the spot, and the operation to evacuate them was underway. So far, one labourer has been rescued, while six are still trapped under the debris. Reacting to the incident, Punjab Chief  Minister Bhagwant Mann said that he has directed the officials to take stock of the situation. In a post on X, he said, “There have been reports of a factory building collapsing in Ludhiana. I have issued instructions to the administration to assess the situation. Rescue teams have arrived and have started their work. I wish for the speedy recovery and safety of the workers trapped under the debris.”

What did Commissioner say?

Ludhiana Deputy Commissioner Jatinder Jorwal said some people have been rescued and taken to the hospital for treatment. “Rescue operation is still on. Some people are afraid of being trapped. No one has died so far,” Jorwal told the media. He said a team of Focal Point Police Station and National Disaster Response Force personnel have reached the spot for rescue operation.