In a surprising event in Meerut's Sadar Bazaar, two young boys narrowly escaped a building collapse. The whole incident was caught on CCTV, showing how quickly danger can come. if you are reading from Phoenix Browser make sure you click on Read Original on the top to read the original version of the Article and the Video involves.
The video starts with a scooter moving down a narrow street. Then, a child on a bicycle and a woman walk by. Moments later, two boys, about 6 or 7 years old, cross the same path. Just as they pass a crumbling building, it suddenly collapses onto the street. Thankfully, the boys missed the falling debris by just seconds.
This scary event happened in Sadar Bazaar, where part of a 100 to 150-year-old building fell down. Luckily, no one was hurt in this incident.
The building had been in bad shape for a long time. It belonged to a Jain community trust, and local officials had warned that it was unsafe. The Cantonment Board had sent several notices to demolish it, but the building fell on its own on a Friday afternoon.
This event reminds us how important it is to be aware of our surroundings. The boys acted quickly and sensed danger, allowing them to run to safety. It shows that parents and guardians should teach children about staying safe and being aware of potential dangers.
While the collapse was unfortunate, the good news is that no one was injured. This incident highlights the need for communities to pay attention to old buildings and take action before something worse happens. As Meerut moves on from this event, it’s a call for better safety to protect everyone.