Tuesday, 8 September 2026 MUMBAI EDITION LIVE

Rajasthan Wall Collapse Kills 80-Year-Old Woman

Wall collapse in Bharatpur, Rajasthan leaves one dead and six injured.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 07 September 2026 at 10:36 pm
Rajasthan Wall Collapse Kills 80-Year-Old Woman

An 80-year-old woman, Premvati, died after a wall suddenly collapsed in Sevar town of Bharatpur in Rajasthan on Monday. Six other women were injured in the incident, which occurred in the Sikligar neighbourhood of Sevar town.

The incident took place when a group of women were on their way to the market and a wall built on the roof of a house suddenly collapsed onto them. The women were buried under the debris, triggering panic in the area.

Local residents rushed to the spot and began removing the rubble by hand before heavy machinery could arrive. The women were rescued one by one and initially taken to Sevar Hospital. They were later referred to RBM Hospital for further treatment.

Doctors at RBM Hospital declared Premvati, wife of Roshan, dead. The other injured women are undergoing treatment. According to the administration, a preliminary assessment suggests that the wall collapsed after a monkey jumped onto the roof.

Bharatpur Collector Kamar Chaudhary said the monkey's jump may have caused the wall, which had been constructed on the rooftop, to collapse. The injured women have been identified as Meera, 55, wife of Hardayal; Nandani, 18, daughter of Hardayal; Sunita, 45, wife of Nemi; Veermati, 50, wife of Omi; and Ramdhakeli, 60, wife of Ramesh, among others.

Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma visited the hospital and met the injured women. He spoke with doctors about their condition and reviewed the treatment arrangements, directing officials to ensure they receive the best possible medical care.

The incident highlights the need for proper construction and maintenance of buildings to prevent such accidents. The authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the wall collapse.

The incident has caused concern among the local residents, who are demanding action against those responsible for the collapse. The government has assured the residents that it will take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.

In conclusion, the wall collapse in Bharatpur, Rajasthan has resulted in the death of an 80-year-old woman and injured six others. The incident is a reminder of the importance of proper construction and maintenance of buildings to prevent such accidents.

The government's response to the incident, including the visit by the Chief Minister to the hospital, is a positive step towards providing support to the victims and their families. However, more needs to be done to prevent such incidents in the future.

Frequently asked questions

What caused the wall collapse in Bharatpur, Rajasthan?

A preliminary assessment suggests that the wall collapsed after a monkey jumped onto the roof.

How many people were injured in the incident?

Six women were injured in the incident, in addition to the 80-year-old woman who died.

rajasthanbharatpurwall collapse
X Facebook Telegram
Read the original report ↗

More in Politics

Politics

PM Visits Gujarat, Maharashtra on Sept 8

PM to visit two states, details awaited.

By Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk · 52 min ago

Politics

Allahabad HC Quashes Student's Detention

Akriti Chaudhary's detention overturned, officials fined

By Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk · 55 min ago

Politics

UP Trains 450 For Girls' Empowerment

UP govt trains 450 participants, Meena Manch for girls' empowerment

By Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk · 1 hr ago

Politics

Mumbai Congress Suspends 79 Members

Mumbai Congress suspends 79 for anti-party activities, some join BJP, others threaten legal action

By Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk · 1 hr ago