Karachi:
The majority of the victims of the collapse of Friday’s building in the Baghdadi area of Lyari belong to the Hindu community of Kutchi Maheshwari Meghwar, according to the Express PAkGazette. At least 16 members of the community have died in the tragic collapse of the five -story abandoned apartment building, while even more they fear trapped under the rubble.
According to rescuers and community leaders, more than 20 Meghwar families lived in the building when it occurred on Friday morning. For Saturday night, the bodies of 16 people, including 25 -year -old Rohit and his wife Geeta, had been recovered. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with at least four more people who are believed to be missing.
The final rites for the victims will take place in Kutchi Hall in Old Kumharwara, while the burial will take place in the Hindu cemetery near Mowach Goth. Contrary to the generalized Hindu tradition, the Meghwar community does not practice cremation; Instead, they bury their dead.
The tragedy has plunged the united community in mourning. It is said that most victims belong to the same extended family. Their bodies have been placed in cold storage in the Maternity House of Bilquis Edhi in Mosa Lane, while the afflicted relatives have gathered in the near Muslim Kutchi Jamaat Khana.
The community spokesman, maheshwari Drag, confirmed that burials would take place on Sunday. “This is a heartbreaking loss. Whole families have been annihilated,” said Express PAkGazette. “We urge the authorities to support us during this difficult time.”
The deceased have been identified as Dayal Shivji, Prabai Kishan Sondha, Prantik Harsi Sondha, Prem Kishan Sondha, Vandana Kailash, Archana Vishal, Kishan Dayal, Ayush Jamna Das, Shani Jamna Vanjora, Kailash Jamna Vanjora, USHA KAILASH, SHIVJJI, SHIVJJI Chetan, Chetan Shetan Shetan, Chetan, Chetan, Chetan Shetan Shetan, Chetan, Chetan, Chetan, Chetan Shetan Shetan, Chetan Shetan, Chetan, Chetan Shetan Shetan, Chetan, Chetan, Chetan, Chetan Shetan Shetan. and geeta.
Lakshman Moraj Bagra, president of Kutchi Maheshwari Meghwar Panchayat, described the incident as “a catastrophe beyond words.” “The families that were once vibrant and full of life have now been buried under concrete,” he said, asking the Government to guarantee an adequate rehabilitation of affected families.
Bagra also confirmed that two women injured in collapse are under treatment in the hospital. He added that, although some residents had managed to escape when signs of structural instability appeared, others who returned to collect belongings were caught in the collapse.
Maharaj Ram Nath, the head of the Shri Panchmukhi Hanuman Mandir, expressed sadness for tragedy and solidarity extended with the afflicted families. “This tragedy has shaken our entire community. The government must ensure that survivors receive an alternative refuge and long -term support,” he said while talking about The Express PAkGazette.
Rescue operations are ongoing in the midst of fears that more bodies can be trapped under debris. A formal investigation has not yet been announced on the cause of the building collapse.
