Overview
- The three‑storey building in Dhulkot village near Ambala City collapsed on Sunday while workers were casting the concrete roof lintel, causing a sudden structural failure.
- Local residents began immediate rescues and NDRF, SDRF, police, fire crews and heavy earth‑moving equipment were deployed to free people from the rubble.
- Ambala Civil Hospital received 12 injured labourers, five remain admitted and four people were confirmed dead after being pulled from the debris.
- Officials say the building owner and contractor were not at the site and police will obtain municipal records as part of an inquiry into permits and possible negligence.
- The collapse adds to recent regional building‑safety concerns and could prompt administrative or criminal action as authorities complete the rescue and forensic review.