Tragic Collapse in Uttar Pradesh Amid Heavy Rainfall Claims Young Life
A heavy downpour in Uttar Pradesh leads to a tragic house collapse, resulting in the death of a toddler and injuries to three others.
Badaun, September 27 (Daily Kiran) : Heavy rainfall in Uttar Pradesh has caused severe flooding in several areas, leading to significant disruptions in daily life. Streets and homes are inundated with water, making travel difficult for residents. Daily wage workers and vendors are struggling to find work as conditions worsen.
In Badaun, a mud house collapsed under the weight of the rain, trapping five members of a family inside. Tragically, a one-and-a-half-year-old boy lost his life in the incident. Dr. Gajendra Verma, the emergency medical officer at the district hospital, confirmed that the child was brought in dead.
The grieving family reported, “The house was made of mud, and it has been raining for three days. It collapsed, leading to the child’s death. Three others were injured in the incident.”
Dr. Verma added, “Two individuals were brought in who were trapped under the debris. The deceased child was identified as Rohan. Another person, Kalicharan, sustained chest injuries and is currently receiving treatment.”
The heavy rains have also caused flooding in Bareilly, with water levels reaching knee-deep in many homes. One local resident expressed frustration, saying, “We are facing significant difficulties. We can’t even leave our homes; the water has filled our houses.”
In the Kaimganj area, two teenagers drowned while swimming in a rainwater-filled pit along with two others. Police, along with NDRF and divers, recovered the bodies, which have been sent for post-mortem examination. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident.
CO Ajay Verma reported that around noon on September 27, 2026, they received information from the PRB about children swimming in a flooded field near Katra Rahmad Khan village. Tragically, two children drowned during this time.
In Kannauj, a house in Khandadevar collapsed, resulting in the death of two goats and damage to household items. The affected family has been living outside for 24 hours, waiting for government assistance. One resident lamented, “What can I say? We are helpless in this rain. I hope the government provides some help.”
