Nearly 8,000 People Died Due To Collapse Of Structures In 5 Years, Pg9

Key Highlights:

• Nearly 7,874 people died due to building collapses across India between 2020 and 2024.
• A recent five-storey building collapse in Satya Niketan, Delhi, resulted in six deaths.
• Data from the Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India (ADSI) reports by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) highlights the issue.
• Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest number of deaths in 2024 with 223, followed by Maharashtra with 220.
• Delhi has consistently been among the top 15 states for building collapse deaths, with an increasing trend since 2020.

Detailed Insights:

• The ADSI reports categorize deaths from structure collapses, specifically excluding dams and bridges for this analysis.
• Deaths in the National Capital Territory (NCT) have shown an increase since 2020, despite a marginal national decline in 2024.
• Delhi recorded the second or third highest deaths per million population in 2022, 2023, and 2024, indicating a severe issue relative to its density.
• Media reports indicate at least 70 deaths in 20 incidents since January 2025, underscoring the ongoing nature of the problem.
• The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) announced plans to seal illegal five-storey and taller buildings following the recent incident.
• The recurring incidents point to a systemic problem requiring comprehensive, long-term strategies beyond immediate reactive measures.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India (ADSI): An annual report published by the National Crime Records Bureau detailing accidental deaths and suicides across India.
• National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB): An Indian government agency under the Ministry of Home Affairs responsible for collecting and analyzing crime data.
• Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD): The civic body responsible for the administration of municipal services in the majority of the area of Delhi.