Virar Building Collapse: Evacuation Notice Neglected Despite Warnings

A tragic building collapse in Virar, Maharashtra, claimed 17 lives despite prior structural audit warnings. NDRF’s 48-hour rescue efforts saved nine, while 20 were injured, 10 critically. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis announced ₹5 lakh aid for families and pledged strict action to prevent such disasters in the future. The rising death toll and critical injuries underline the urgency of stronger safety enforcement.