Meerut Building Collapse: 9 Dead, 13 Rescued Amid Ongoing Flood Crisis

A three-storey building in Zakir Colony, Meerut, collapsed due to continuous rainfall, trapping several residents and livestock.

The collapse occurred in the densely populated Zakir Colony area of Meerut, making rescue operations challenging.
Rescue teams from the NDRF and SDRF, along with local authorities, are working to evacuate trapped individuals despite adverse weather conditions.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to expedite relief efforts and ensure medical treatment for the injured.
The incident adds to the ongoing crisis in Uttar Pradesh, where 11 districts are affected by severe flooding, resulting in 17 flood-related deaths.
Earlier this month, another building collapse in Lucknow resulted in 8 deaths and 28 injuries, prompting an investigation by a government-appointed committee.