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Two Dead in Kota Restaurant Building Collapse as Rescue and Probe Continue

Authorities have ordered a technical probe into possible foundation damage from nearby work.

Overview

  • Medical officials said 10 people arrived at the medical college, including two brought dead, as authorities reported at least 13 injured in total.
  • Rescue teams from the NDRF, SDRF and fire services are clearing debris in the Talwandi/Indravihar area with the site cordoned off and heavy machinery used cautiously.
  • District leaders pointed to vibrations and foundation issues linked to adjacent demolition or drilling as a prima facie factor pending engineering findings.
  • Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said he is monitoring the response and directed district authorities to speed relief and ensure proper treatment for the injured.
  • Kota police registered an FIR against the restaurant owner under BNS provisions on culpable homicide after municipal repair notices were reportedly ignored.