Cuttack: In a tragic incident, three persons lost their lives after a dilapidated building collapsed near Hadibandhu School in the Bauxibazar area of Cuttack city on today evening.

According to reports, the deceased were residents of a nearby slum who were trapped under the debris when the structure caved in. Fire Service personnel rushed to the spot and carried out rescue operations.

Two others, a woman and a child, sustained injuries in the mishap and are currently undergoing treatment at the SCB Medical College and Hospital.

Locals alleged the building had earlier been declared unsafe by authorities. However, despite warnings, it was neither demolished nor vacated, raising serious questions about enforcement and safety oversight.

An investigation into the cause of the collapse ha

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