Bengaluru, India - October 22, 2024 A building under construction in Bengaluru's Babusapalya collapsed on 22nd October due to heavy rainfall, trapping at least 17 workers beneath the debris. According to some news reports,

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The collapse happened following heavy rains in the city. Bengaluru has been experiencing continuous heavy rainfall, causing waterlogging in many areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts the rain will continue until October 24.

Bengaluru has experienced three days of heavy rain, leading to severe waterlogging and flooding, particularly in North Bengaluru. Rescue teams are evacuating affected residents using coracles as many homes and vehicles are damaged.

A building collapse in Bengaluru's Babusapalya due to heavy rains has left several workers trapped and at least one dead according to news reports. Rescue operations are underway, while severe flooding affects daily life in northern Bengaluru,

The authorities have closed the schools for the second time in a week as heavy rains and waterlogging have disrupted traffic and normal life for the residents

Torrential rain impacted parts of Bengaluru in the early hours of Monday, leading to significant waterlogging and some casualties. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert (be prepared) for urban and rural areas of Bengaluru.