Incident Summary
Haridwar: A sudden structural failure ripped through a wing of Amrit Law College in the Dhanouri‑Pirankaliyar locality, causing a section of the building to tumble down near the restroom block. The collapse reverberated across the campus where a Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) platoon was on duty.
Rescue Efforts
Witnesses said a PAC constable became pinned under the falling debris, prompting an immediate emergency response. Officers from the Kaliyar police station and the Dhanouri outpost rushed to the site within minutes, joined by specialized rescue squads that began painstakingly dismantling the rubble.
Working against time, the teams carefully removed concrete slabs and broken bricks, searching for the trapped jawan. After a focused operation, they succeeded in pulling the officer to safety and moving him to a secure area.
"We heard a loud crash and saw the wall give way. The moment we saw our colleague trapped, we started the rescue without hesitation," said a rescue team member.
Medical Response and Aftermath
The rescued PAC member, along with a few other staff who suffered minor injuries, were swiftly taken to the nearest hospital for treatment. Police officials conducted a preliminary survey of the collapse zone, documenting the damage and recording initial statements from on‑lookers.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have launched a formal inquiry to ascertain the cause of the structural failure. Structural engineers are scheduled to conduct a detailed site assessment, while police continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses present at the time of the incident.
