Tragic Roof Collapse in Hapur: Village Slam Authorities
The tragedy, which buried the victims under debris, has left the community in grief and anger, as no officials had arrived at the scene by late evening, prompting villagers to criticize the administration’s negligence.
Heavy monsoon rains triggered a devastating collapse of a kutcha house roof in Raghunathpur Kheda village, located in Hapur’s Pilkhuwa Kotwali area. The incident claimed the life of 13-year-old who was buried under debris, and left many injured, including children and adults. The fragile mud-and-thatch structure, common in rural Uttar Pradesh, succumbed to relentless downpours, highlighting the vulnerability of such homes during the rainy season.
Tragic Roof Collapse in Hapur
The collapse occurred suddenly, trapping seven family members under the rubble. Villagers rushed to the scene, pulling out survivors and rushing them to a nearby primary health center, where Mayank was declared dead. The injured, suffering from fractures and bruises, are receiving treatment, with three in critical condition. Local residents, using makeshift tools, conducted initial rescue efforts due to the absence of immediate official assistance, amplifying their distress and frustration.
Villagers Slam Authorities
By late evening no district officials, police, or disaster response teams had reached the site, fueling anger among Raghunathpur Kheda’s residents. “We lost a child, and no one from the administration cares,” said a grieving neighbor. Social media posts on platforms like X echoed the community’s outrage, criticizing the Hapur district administration for its delayed response. The lack of emergency services in rural areas has reignited debates over inadequate disaster preparedness during monsoons.
Villagers mourns the loss of a child
The tragedy underscores the dangers of kutcha houses, prevalent in Uttar Pradesh villages, which often lack structural integrity to withstand heavy rains. A 2024 state survey estimated over 20 lakh such homes remain at risk. Villagers have demanded inspections and financial aid to rebuild safer homes, citing repeated incidents in Hapur, including a similar collapse in 2023 that injured five.
