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A residential society in Zirakpur faced a boundary wall collapse during heavy rainfall in Punjab. Residents expressed serious concerns about security threats from outsiders and animals entering the premises. This marks the second such incident after a similar collapse occurred in 2023 that residents had to repair themselves. The administration has been urged to take immediate action while heavy rains continue to cause disruptions across the region.

Key Points: Mohali Zirakpur Residential Society Wall Collapse Amid Heavy Rains

  • Boundary wall collapse at Maya Garden Phase 2 in Zirakpur
  • Residents report security threats from outsiders and animals
  • Similar incident occurred in 2023 requiring self-funded repairs
  • Heavy rainfall causes waterlogging and traffic disruption in region
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Punjab: Wall of a residential society building collapses in Mohali's Zirakpur area

A boundary wall collapse at Maya Garden Phase 2 in Zirakpur poses serious security risks and animal threats, with residents citing a similar 2023 incident.

"We are afraid that anyone can enter our homes at any time... all of us in society are very worried - Maya Garden Resident"

S.A.S. Nagar, September 4

Amid the ongoing heavy rainfall in Punjab, a wall collapse incident was reported at a residential society in the Zirakpur area of S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali) district of Punjab.

A resident of the society shared her concern, stating that all the residents were worried due to the security threats posed by the wall's collapse.

Speaking to ANI, the resident said, "I am a resident of Maya Garden Phase 2 apartments, Zirakpur. As you can see, the boundary wall of our society has completely collapsed. Due to this, there is a threat from snakes, stray dogs, and other animals...it also poses a serious security risk. We are afraid that anyone can enter our homes at any time...outsiders can enter our homes...all of us in society are very worried".

She further said, "A similar incident occurred in 2023 as well, when the wall of the society had collapsed and residents had to rebuild it with their own money... we didn't receive any help from anywhere. Unfortunately, the wall has fallen again, and therefore, we request immediate action from the administration and others concerned, as our societies are being neglected."

Heavy rainfall also led to waterlogging and traffic disruption in the Zirakpur region of the district.

Meanwhile, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday visited the flood-affected areas in Amritsar district of Punjab.

While inspecting the flood-affected areas of Amritsar today, Union Minister Chouhan met the people affected by the flood in the area and listened to their grievances.

The Union Minister Chouhan is on a visit to the flood-affected areas of Amritsar, Kapurthala, and Gurdaspur districts of Punjab today. After visiting the flood-affected areas, Chouhan will return late in the evening to hold a meeting with officials in Amritsar.

On Wednesday, several parts of Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh witnessed heavy rainfall, with the Meteorological Department issuing fresh warnings for thunderstorms and lightning across multiple districts.

While Punjab is expected to see a slight weakening of monsoon activity in the coming days, a red alert was issued for both North and South Haryana and Chandigarh as well.

According to the Chandigarh Meteorological Centre, heavy rain is very likely to lash parts of Rajpura, Dera Bassi, Mohali, Chandigarh, and Kharar in Punjab.

- ANI

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Priya S
Shameful that residents had to rebuild with their own money last time. Builder and authorities should be held accountable for poor construction quality. This is why we need stronger RERA regulations in Punjab.
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Aman W
Zirakpur development has been so haphazard. Builders just want to make quick money without proper infrastructure. Hope the administration helps these residents quickly. Safety should be priority number one.
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Sarah B
While it's good that the Union Minister is visiting flood areas, local issues like this need immediate attention too. Municipal corporation should have emergency teams for such situations during monsoon.
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Vikram M
This is why proper drainage systems are crucial during monsoon. Waterlogging weakens foundations. Hope the residents get help soon and the wall is rebuilt with better materials this time.
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Nisha Z
Residents' welfare associations should also take some responsibility. They should have maintained the wall properly after the first collapse. But yes, builders are primarily at fault here.

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