Building Collapse in Lucknow Kills Four

A tragic building collapse occurred in the Transport Nagar area of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday, resulting in at least four confirmed fatalities and numerous injuries. The three-storey structure, which was being used as a godown and undergoing construction, collapsed around 5 PM, trapping multiple individuals under the debris. Emergency rescue operations are being coordinated by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), with reports indicating over 28 people have been rescued so far. Local authorities, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, are actively overseeing the relief efforts, while Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has expressed condolences. Authorities are still assessing the situation, as many individuals are feared trapped under the rubble, and investigations into the cause of the collapse are underway. The incident has raised concerns regarding safety regulations in construction practices in the area.