Vellore, Tamil Nadu: At least three people were killed and 11 others injured after the roof of an under-construction church collapsed in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, officials said.
The incident occurred while construction work was underway at the site. The sudden collapse brought down a portion of the structure, trapping workers and others beneath the debris.
Rescue teams and emergency personnel rushed to the location soon after the incident. The injured were pulled from the rubble and shifted to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. The condition of some of the injured is being closely monitored.
The bodies of the three deceased were recovered from the debris and sent for further procedures.
Authorities have begun an investigation to determine what caused the structure to collapse. Officials are also expected to examine whether proper construction and safety standards were being followed at the site.
The incident has once again raised concerns over safety measures at construction sites, particularly at structures being built for public use. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.
