**Tragic Building Collapse at MGM Hospital in Jamshedpur Claims Lives**
Three individuals lost their lives, and twelve others were rescued following the collapse of a section of a dilapidated building at MGM Hospital in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, late Saturday night. Initial reports indicated that fifteen people were trapped under the rubble, prompting an immediate search and rescue operation. As of now, efforts continue to recover one remaining body.
East Singhbhum Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) confirmed, “Two bodies have been recovered after part of the dilapidated building at MGM Hospital collapsed. We received information that fifteen people were trapped, and twelve have been successfully rescued.”
In response to the tragedy, Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari visited the site on the directive of Chief Minister Hemant Soren. He stated, “Our priority is to support the families of the deceased. Each family will receive Rs 5 lakh as compensation, while the injured will be provided Rs 50,000. We are committed to taking concrete measures to prevent such incidents in the future.”
Minister Ansari, along with the Additional Chief Secretary of the Health Department, arrived at the scene during the night and convened an emergency meeting with district officials. “The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and local authorities are actively engaged in rescue operations. A high-level investigation has been initiated, and strict action will be taken against those responsible within a week,” he added.
Expressing his condolences, Ansari remarked, “The tragedy caused by the building’s collapse is deeply saddening. May the departed souls rest in peace, and may their families find strength during this difficult time.”
Meanwhile, BJP leader Pratul Shah Deo criticized the state government, stating, “This is a tragic incident, but we do not view it as an accident. These are deliberate acts against the poor by the system. The Chief Minister acknowledged the building’s dilapidated state—why was treatment still being conducted there? Why wasn’t it repaired?”
As the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on ensuring accountability and preventing future tragedies in healthcare facilities.
**FAQ**
**What caused the building collapse at MGM Hospital?**
The exact cause of the building collapse is still under investigation, but concerns have been raised about the dilapidated condition of the structure prior to the incident.
