Gachibowli building collapse that killed two was served notice 66 days earlier over unauthorised construction
Following the collapse, the CMC Commissioner has directed the Town Planning Wing to undertake a comprehensive inspection of unauthorised constructions across the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation limits
A multi-storeyed building in Gachibowli collapsed on August 22, 2026, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and causing damage to an adjoining structure. The structure was constructed without proper authorization and failed to adhere to the necessary setbacks and building regulations. The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) had issued a show-cause notice and speaking orders to the Town Planning Building Officer (TPBO) of Circle-50, Madhapur, named U. Santosh Kumar, 66 days prior to the collapse for his role in allowing the unauthorized construction.
Despite this warning, the building, consisting of a ground floor, six upper floors, and a penthouse, fell down on August 22. Following the incident, CMC Commissioner G. Srijana suspended U. Santosh Kumar for neglecting his official duties and endangering public safety. The CMC has ordered a full inspection of unauthorized constructions within its jurisdiction and intends to take necessary enforcement actions, including demolition of any such structures as required.
The Commissioner emphasized that public safety remains the top priority and vowed to continue taking stringent action against unauthorized constructions and violations of building regulations.
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