Bihar Family Devastated in Hoshiarpur Roof Collapse, Three Fatalities Reported

A devastating tragedy unfolded in Tanda, Hoshiarpur, when the roof of a rented house collapsed, trapping six members of a migrant family from Bihar. The incident, which occurred in morning claimed the lives of Shankar, his daughters under the debris. The sudden collapse has left the local community reeling and highlighted the vulnerabilities faced by migrant families in substandard housing.

Survivors Fight for Life

Three other family members were pulled from the rubble but sustained severe injuries. They are receiving treatment for serious wounds, while one remains in critical condition at a nearby hospital. Emergency responders worked tirelessly to rescue the trapped family, but the scale of the tragedy has overwhelmed the tight-knit Tanda community, where the family had been living as tenants.

A Migrant Family’s Plight

The deceased and injured were part of a migrant family from Bihar, seeking better opportunities in Punjab. Living in a modest rented home, they had integrated into the local community, making the loss even more poignant. Preliminary reports suggest the house, an older structure, may have had structural weaknesses, though the exact cause of the collapse is under investigation. Local authorities have promised a thorough inquiry to determine if negligence or poor maintenance played a role.

Calls for Accountability

This tragedy has sparked urgent calls for stricter building regulations, particularly for rental properties housing migrant workers. Activists and residents are demanding inspections to ensure safe living conditions, as many low-income families live in aging, poorly maintained homes. The incident underscores the need for systemic reforms to protect vulnerable communities. As Tanda mourns, the focus is on supporting the survivors and ensuring such a calamity does not recur, while the community prays for Priyanka’s recovery.