Rs. 5 lac aid announced for families of victims, CM Punjab visits injured
Building was affected by earthquake as cracks appeared in walls however construction was not stopped
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Chief Minister (CM) Punjab Shahbaz Sharif on Wednesday night announced an aid of Rs. 5 lac for the families of the victims who lost their lives during a building collapse accident in Lahore’s Sundar Industrial Estate on Tuesday. Chief Minister Punjab visted the hospitals and met with those injured during the unfortunate incident.
CM Shahbaz also visited the accident site as did other government officials. The rescue operations were reviewed by the officials during the visit.
Some important factors that led to the unfortunate incident have also been brought to light. According to sources, the building was affected by the earthquake tremors that shook the city of Lahore on 26th of October and cracks appeared in the building. The top most floor of the building had been under construction before the quack hit the city, however the dangerous condition were carelessly over looked and construction work was continued. Government has demanded a report pertaining to the matter from Sundar Industrial Estate.
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Chances of finding survivors are further diminishing as rescue operations continue at a slow pace through the night.
A special Pak Army search unit has also been called into assist in the rescue efforts. The team is carrying heavy machinery and hydraulic jacks to aid in the rescue operation and has sniffer dogs to locate injured people at its disposal as well.
