- At least five people were seriously injured after an elevator collapsed in Mumbai's Byculla area
- The elevator fell from the fourth floor of the 18-storey Jay Krupa Tower around 10 pm on Wednesday
- Initial investigation indicates the accident was caused by the snapping of the elevator's tension cable
At least five people were seriously injured after an elevator of an 18-storey residential building in Mumbai's Byculla area collapsed on Wednesday night.
The incident occurred at Jay Krupa Tower around 10 pm when the elevator suddenly fell from the fourth floor.
As per the initial investigation, the accident occurred as the tension cable of the elevator snapped.
Upon receiving information about the incident, the Mumbai Fire Brigade, police, Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport
personnel, ambulances and local ward staff were rushed to the spot and launched rescue operations.
Those trapped between the debris and the elevator were rescued and taken to the hospital.
This accident has once again raised serious questions about the maintenance and safety standards of elevators in high-rise buildings.
Police are now investigating whether this incident occurred due to any negligence in maintenance.
