MP: Roof Of Under-Construction Cinema Hall Collapses In Jhabua; Two Dead, Several Feared Trapped

Jhabua (Madhya Pradesh): Two people were killed in Madhya Pradesh Jhabua district, after the roof of an under-construction cinema hall collapsed on Sunday afternoon.

Additionally, several workers are feared trapped under the debris.

According to information, the incident took place on Sunday around 2 pm at a building located behind a petrol pump on Thandla Road. One of the deceased has been identified as Prakash Prajapati (45). 

Whereas, three injured workers have been admitted to a hospital in Petlawad.

As soon as the locals heard about the collapse, they rushed to the spot and informed the police and administration. Rescue operations began immediately.

As per sources, the roof collapsed along with its centering while labourers were working for construction. 

At present, heavy machinery, including JCBs, is being used to remove the debris.

The cinema hall is reportedly being built by two partners. Police are working to rescue those who might still be trapped under the debris. 

Further details are awaited.