A landslide in Mumbai's Kurla region early Wednesday morning has claimed the lives of six individuals and left four others injured. incident occurred around 3:48 a.m. at Gaushiya Chawl in the Chirag Nagar area,following heavy rainfall that triggered the collapse .
Rescue operations are currently underway, involving personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Reports indicate that six to eight people may still be trapped beneath the debris, prompting urgent efforts to locate and assist them.
Among the deceased are two young boys, identified as Sohel Ansari,18,and Mohamad Ansari,14 . Both were transported to Rajawadi Hospital,where Mohamad was pronounced dead upon arrival,while Sohel suffered serious head injuries . The BMC has classified situation as a level II incident, highlighting the severity of landslide.
Mayor Ritu Tawade visited the site shortly after the disaster and expressed her condolences to the victims' families. She announced a compensation package of ₹4 lakh for the next of kin of each deceased individual and ₹50,000 for each injured person. “Debris fell on nearby rooms of the chawl structure,” a BMC official reported,emphasizing the precarious conditions that led to the tragedy.
Rescue teams are facing challenges due to narrow access routes to the site,which allow only one person to pass at time. BMC officers,along with the Mumbai Fire Brigade and police, are working diligently to navigate these obstacles and expedite the rescue efforts . Deputy Chief Fire Brigade K. R . Yadav confirmed that two individuals remain trapped under the rubble.
As rescue operations continue, local authorities are urging residents to heed warnings about the risks of landslides,particularly in areas prone to such incidents. The BMC has previously issued notices and conducted awareness campaigns to educate the public on safety measures during the monsoon season .
Ward Committee Chairman Vijayendra Shinde and Additional Municipal Commissioner (Eastern Suburbs) Dr. Avinash Dhakane were also present at scene,overseeing the ongoing relief efforts. The mayor has directed all agencies involved to coordinate effectively and ensure that assistance reaches those in need as quickly as possible.
The landslide has not only resulted in loss of life but also significant property damage,as soil and debris cascaded onto several homes in the vicinity. The community is now grappling with aftermath of this disaster,and full extent of the damage is still being assessed.
Local officials have reiterated the importance of community safety and preparedness,especially during the monsoon season when such incidents are more likely to occur. Residents are encouraged to evacuate areas deemed at risk and to stay informed about weather conditions.
As rescue teams work tirelessly to recover those trapped,the city mourns the loss of life and rallies together to support the affected families .
