A three‑storey building collapsed in Rajasthan's Kota, on Saturday, leaving several people feared trapped under the rubble. The incident occurred in the Talwandi area, where a restaurant was operating on the premises. According to initial reports, seven people were injured and several were feared trapped. Police and rescue teams rushed to the site after receiving alerts and immediately began rescue operations. Officials confirmed that five people have been rescued so far and have been taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Preliminary reports indicate that both customers and restaurant staff were inside the building at the time of the collapse.Local MLA Sandeep Sharma, who visited the site after the incident, said, "There is a possibility
that several people are trapped. The police and administration reached the site promptly, and rescue operations are underway. Some people have been pulled out."
Rajasthan Minister Madan Dilawar called it an “unfortunate incident” and said that he has spoken with the administration. "I have been told that there is one casualty. 5-7 people have been safely rescued. They have been taken to the hospital. Rescue and relief operations are underway," ANI quoted him as saying.Meanwhile, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressed his shock over the building collapse in Kota and extended his support to the affected families. He added that he is closely monitoring the ongoing rescue and relief efforts. Birla held discussions with the District Collector and City SP, instructing them to speed up rescue operations and ensure that all injured individuals receive prompt and proper medical care.He stressed the importance of coordinated action among all agencies. Birla’s Officer on Special Duty, Rajiv Dutta, is on-site to monitor and supervise the ongoing efforts.Rescue operations are ongoing, with teams carefully clearing debris to search for survivors. Heavy machinery is being deployed, but officials emphasised that caution is being exercised to prevent further harm to those still trapped. The cause of the collapse is not yet known. Authorities said a thorough investigation will be conducted once the rescue work is complete. Residents have been urged to stay away from the area while emergency operations continue.
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