Illegal Water Tank Collapse in Bhosari Kills 5, Injures 6

A makeshift water tank in a red zone area of Pune's Bhosari collapsed, leading to fatalities and injuries among laborers, prompting official notices and investigations.

• The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) issued notices to the landowner and labor contractor for illegal construction in a red zone without proper permissions.
• Five laborers were killed and six injured when the makeshift water tank collapsed at a labor camp, with victims primarily from Bihar, West Bengal, Orissa, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh.
• Initial investigations suggest the tank was made of substandard materials and collapsed due to water pressure while being used for morning chores.
• Rescue operations were conducted by local police and fire services, with injured laborers admitted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
• An FIR has been filed against the contractor for negligence, and authorities are ensuring compensation for the victims' families.

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