Gujarat: 6 people dead in wall collapse in Mehsana district

MEHSANA(Gujarat): Six people died after a wall of a private company collapsed near Jasalpur village in Kadi taluka of Mehsana district, said police on Saturday.

#WATCH | Gujarat: Rescue operation underway after the wall of a private company collapsed near Jasalpur village in Kadi taluka of Mehsana district pic.twitter.com/ssI7mQlAMK

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Police and ambulance reached the spot immediately after receiving word about the incident.

District Development Officer (DDO) of Mehsana, Dr Hasrat Jasmine said “This is a private company which was under construction. The incident happened around 1.45 pm. As per our information, 9-10 people were trapped, out of which 6 bodies have been recovered. A 19-year-old boy has been rescued alive and as per his statement, 8-9 people were working here. 2-3 people are still trapped. We pray to God that we rescue them alive.

“Rescue operation is currently underway.More details into the matter are awaited. (ANI)