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Published 14:03 IST, September 12th 2024

Seven Persons Killed After 400-Year-Old Wall Collapsed Due to Heavy Rains in MP's Datia

Seven persons killed in wall collapse due to heavy rains in Madhya Pradesh's Datia town: Official.

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The wall of 400-year-old Rajgarh Fort in Datia collapsed after which at least nine people were burried after the collapse. 
The wall of 400-year-old Rajgarh Fort in Datia collapsed after which at least nine people were burried after the collapse.  | Image: Republic

Datai: Seven persons were killed after 400 year old wall collapsed due to heavy rains in wee hours of Thursday Madhya Pradesh's Datia town. 

The wall of 400-year-old Rajgarh Fort in Datia collapsed after heavy downpours in the state, aftermath at least nine people were buried in the debris of the collapse. 

Neighbors of the area managed to rescue two people from the debris and transported them to nearby hospital.

The rescue team of State Disaster Response Emergency Force which arrived shortly after, rescue operations were initiated on immediate basis.

The deceased have been identified as Vanshkar Niranjan, Mamta Niranjan, Radha Niranjan, Suraj Niranjan and Shivam Niranjan.

This is a breaking copy, further details are still awaited. 

Updated 14:38 IST, September 12th 2024