Construction crane collapses in Mumbai, crushes vehicles; 1 dead

A major accident was reported at the JP North Society in Mumbai’s Mira Road (East) on Thursday after a large construction crane collapsed and crashed into the residential complex, damaging several parked vehicles and triggering a major rescue operation. According to preliminary information, one person died in the incident.Authorities are yet to release an official statement on the number of people injured or trapped.The crane, which was being used for construction work, suddenly gave way and fell inside the society premises. Several vehicles parked in the compound were hit by the falling structure, suffering extensive damage. The incident caused panic among residents, with a large number of locals gathering near the accident site.After receiving information about the collapse, multiple teams from the fire department rushed to the spot and launched rescue and relief operations. The operation is continuing as authorities suspect that one or more people may be trapped beneath the debris.Police personnel and officials from other concerned departments have also reached the location and begun an investigation to determine the cause of the crane collapse. The administration has appealed to residents and the public to stay away from the site to allow emergency personnel to carry out rescue efforts without obstruction.Officials said further details, including confirmation of casualties, injuries and the exact circumstances surrounding the incident, will be released after the rescue operation progresses.Meanwhile, rescue operations are underway.- EndsInputs by Praveen NalwadePublished On: Jul 16, 2026 21:16 IST