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Two Workers Killed, Three Injured in Byculla Construction Pit Collapse in Mumbai

Investigators are examining the collapse with a renewed focus on construction safety.

Overview

  • The collapse occurred during foundation piling work at Habib Mansion on Hans Road in Byculla (West) at about 2:41 pm.
  • Hospital officials identified the deceased as Rahul, 30, and Raju, 28, who were declared dead at Nair Hospital.
  • The injured workers — Sajjad Ali, 25, Sobat Ali, 28, and Lal Mohammed, 18 — are being treated at Nair Hospital and are reported to be stable.
  • Rescue teams responded quickly to remove trapped labourers, and site rescue operations have concluded.
  • Police have registered an accidental death report, and civic authorities are pressing for stricter compliance with site safety protocols.