Pune: One Dead, Three Injured As Slab Of Under-Construction Building Collapses In Camp

Pune, July 1, 2025:

A tragic accident occurred near Sharbatwala Chowk in the Pune Camp area on Tuesday afternoon, when a slab of an under-construction building collapsed, killing one person and leaving three others severely injured. The incident took place around noon, shocking passersby and raising serious concerns about safety practices at the construction site. The incident took place near Oasis restaurant in Pune Camp area. 

According to eyewitnesses, no proper safety measures were being followed at the site when the mishap occurred. Locals claimed that despite the ongoing construction activity in a crowded area, there was little to no use of protective equipment or barricading, putting workers and civilians at risk.

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The deceased has been identified as a young man around 20 years of age. The three injured victims, all aged between 30 and 40 years, were rushed to a nearby hospital, where they are undergoing treatment for serious injuries.

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Senior Police Inspector Girish Dighavkar from Lashkar Police Station confirmed the details of the incident. “Four people were affected in the slab collapse. One of them unfortunately died on the spot, while the other three have been taken to the hospital for medical treatment. An investigation is currently underway,” he said.

Construction activity at the site has been halted, and a preliminary inquiry has been initiated to determine negligence or violation of construction norms. Police are also coordinating with the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and the building contractor to assess the safety compliance at the location.

This incident has once again highlighted the pressing need for strict enforcement of construction safety guidelines, especially in densely populated urban areas like Pune Camp. Authorities have assured a thorough investigation and appropriate action against those found responsible for the lapse.

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