Tragic Building Collapse in Surat, India: 7 Dead!

Tragic Building Collapse in Surat, India: 7 Dead, Several Trapped as Rescue Efforts Continue

A six-storey building collapsed on Saturday afternoon amid heavy rainfall, leading to a tragic loss of life and leaving many others trapped under the debris.

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Rescue operations by the SDRF and NDRF continue, with teams working around the clock to save as many lives as possible.

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