In a tragic incident, five people lost their lives, and five others were injured after a water tank collapsed in Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra, on October 24, 2024. The tank, located in the Bhosari area, suddenly gave way due to what initial investigations suggest was high water pressure. Among the deceased were laborers working near the site.
Rescue operations were carried out swiftly by the local authorities, with injured victims being rushed to nearby hospitals. A police investigation has been launched to determine the exact cause of the collapse. Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) officials have stated that the tank was under regular maintenance, and they are now focusing on offering support to the affected families.
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PCMC Commissioner Shekhar Singh expressed his condolences, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the incident, and we are working closely with the families of the victims. Immediate relief measures are being implemented.” Meanwhile, local residents have raised concerns about the structural integrity of several such water tanks in the area, calling for a thorough audit of municipal infrastructure.
This devastating accident has left the community in shock, with many demanding stricter safety protocols and quicker governmental response to prevent future tragedies.
(Inputs – Sumit Singh, A freelancer reporter at C6N)
