13 dead in Virar building collapse; builder arrested

A residential building collapse in Virar East, near Mumbai, resulted in at least 13 fatalities, trapping numerous residents. Rescue operations were launched involving fire brigade, police, NDRF, and ambulance services. The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) will recognize flat owners as having “other rights” in property records, ensuring their legal standing in property-related decisions. A residential building collapse in Virar East, near Mumbai, resulted in at least 13 fatalities, trapping numerous residents. Rescue operations were launched involving fire brigade, police, NDRF, and ambulance services. The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) will recognize flat owners as having “other rights” in property records, ensuring their legal standing in property-related decisions.