Several feared trapped, 23 rescued after under-construction building collapses at Kannauj railway station

An under-construction roof slab collapsed at Kannauj railway station on Saturday. (Image: ANI)

An under-construction building at Kannauj railway station collapsed on Saturday afternoon, leaving several workers trapped beneath the debris.

Uttar Pradesh minister Asim Arun confirmed that 23 workers had been rescued, including 20 with minor injuries and three with serious injuries. He also mentioned that the rescue operation remains active, as there are concerns about others being trapped.

"Work was going on for the new terminal at Kannauj railway station. The under-construction structure collapsed here today. 23 people were rescued, 20 people received minor injuries, they are undergoing treatment. 3 people are seriously injured and they have been referred to Lucknow. Some more people are feared to be trapped. Rescue operation is going on..." he told ANI.

Taking cognisance of the incident, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed officials to ensure safe recovery of those trapped inside and their proper medical treatment.

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams are actively working at the site to rescue the trapped workers. Ambulances remain on standby to provide immediate medical assistance and transfer the injured to hospitals.

(Further details awaited...)