10 Killed in Bhiwandi Building Collapse After Safety Misclassification Exposed

A high‑rise building in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, collapsed early this week, killing 10 residents and workers. The collapse occurred after the building was found to be structurally unsound, yet it had been approved by the local civic authority as safe. Investigators say the approval was based on incomplete or incorrect inspection reports. The incident has sparked outrage among residents and raised questions about the building‑inspection process in the city. Authorities have announced a probe into the approval procedures and will seek to hold responsible officials accountable.