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Bengaluru Wall Collapse: DK Shivakumar Orders Safety Steps After 7 Die

Seven people died after a hospital wall collapsed in Bengaluru's Shivajinagar area amid heavy rain and hailstorm. Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar directed GBA and BDA to identify and remove hazardous trees and walls to prevent future mishaps. Compensation cheques of Rs 5 lakh each were distributed to the families of the deceased by MLA Rizwan Arshad. Three children were among the victims of the collapse at Sri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Hospital.

Key Points: Bengaluru Wall Collapse: DK Shivakumar Orders Safety Steps

  • 7 killed in Bengaluru hospital wall collapse amid heavy rain
  • DK Shivakumar orders removal of hazardous trees and walls
  • Compensation of Rs 5 lakh given to each victim's family
  • Three children among the deceased in Shivajinagar area
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DK Shivakumar directs GBA, BDA to take precautionary steps after 7 died in wall collapse amid heavy rain in Bengaluru

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar directs GBA and BDA to remove hazardous trees and walls after 7 died in Bengaluru wall collapse amid heavy rain.

"It is unfortunate that 7 people died when a wall of a hospital collapsed due to the intensity of the rain. - DK Shivakumar"

Bengaluru, April 30

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar directed the Greater Bengaluru Authority and Bengaluru Development Authority to carry out precautionary measures after seven individuals lost their lives after a hospital wall collapsed in Bengaluru amid heavy rain.

In a letter addressed to the officials of GBA, Shivakumar on Wednesday appealed for the immediate identification and removal of the trees and branches which are in the process of falling to ensure public convenience.

"There was a hailstorm in Bengaluru city this evening, and due to the intensity of the rain, trees/branches have broken and roads have been blocked in many places. This has caused damage to public and other properties and has caused disruption to public traffic. In addition, there is a possibility of tree branches breaking and falling in many places. Therefore, it has been advised to immediately identify such trees/branches that are in the process of falling and remove them as a precautionary measure so that the public is not inconvenienced. It has been instructed to obtain fire and police protection if necessary for the said clearance work," he wrote in the letter.

In a separate letter addressed to the BDA, THE Deputy CM highlighted that seven people died after a hospital wall collapsed due to heavy rain in Bengaluru. To avoid future mishaps, he directed the BDA to form teams to remove the walls or frames which are in the process of falling down.

"Heavy rains accompanied by hailstorms lashed Bengaluru city this evening, and it is unfortunate that 7 people died when a wall of a hospital collapsed due to the intensity of the rain. Due to the intensity of the rains, property appears to be damaged in many places. Hence, immediately form teams zone-wise and immediately remove the walls/frames which are in the process of falling down. Identify and give instructions to all the commissioners to take alert action in case of a disaster. I have instructed you to personally report on the action taken regarding the said work," he wrote.

Meanwhile, Shivajinagar MLA Rizwan Arshad distributed compensation cheques of Rs 5 lakh each to the families of seven deceased on Thursday at the Central City Corporation Commissioner's Office Hall, as per the directions of the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister.

Central City Corporation Commissioner K. Harish Kumar and Additional Commissioner (Development) Daljit Kumar were also present on the occasion

Seven individuals were killed, including three children, after a wall of the Sri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Hospital compound in Bengaluru's Shivajinagar area collapsed on Wednesday.

- ANI

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Priya S
I live in Bengaluru and the rains were terrifying yesterday. Hailstorm and then walls collapsing? This is a wake-up call. At least DK Shivakumar acted fast with GBA and BDA. But seriously, why are hospital compound walls so weak? Shouldn't hospitals be examples of safety? 🙏
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Vikram M
Typical Bengaluru administration - reactive, not proactive. Trees and walls falling is an annual monsoon story. The compensation of Rs 5 lakh is good but won't bring back lives. We need proper urban planning, drainage systems, and structural audits of all old buildings. Empty words won't save lives.
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James A
As someone who moved to Bengaluru for work, this is alarming. The infrastructure in many areas is crumbling. DK Shivakumar's letter to GBA and BDA is a good first step, but these teams need to actually do the work year-round. Also, why wasn't the hospital wall inspected earlier? Tragic negligence.
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Ananya R
Heartbreaking to hear about the children who died 💔. I appreciate DK Shivakumar acting quickly and Rizwan Arshad distributing compensation. But we need systemic changes - proper drainage, tree management, and building inspections. Bengaluru deserves better than annual tragedies during rains.
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Rohit P
7 dead including 3 children... this is unacceptable. DK Shivakumar's instructions are necessary but why wait for tragedy? Bengaluru's authorities should have identified dangerous walls and trees months ago. The Rs 5 lakh compensation is decent but these families lost more than money. 😞

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