MHADA Begins Urgent Repairs After Botawala Building Collapse in Mumbai
Botawala building in Fort collapsed, prompting an immediate response from the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA). The accident, which occurred around 2 PM, caused panic among the building’s occupants, leading to its swift evacuation. While no casualties were reported, the incident has once again drawn attention to the structural vulnerabilities of heritage buildings in the city.
The affected building, a ground-plus-three-storey structure housing 40 commercial units and one residential occupant, has been cordoned off to prevent further risk. Authorities quickly moved in to assess the damage and initiate emergency restoration work.MHADA officials, responding on the same day, ordered the evacuation of tenants
commenced immediate repair efforts to prevent any further structural deterioration.
Local sources revealed that the surrounding road, primarily used for parking, has also been temporarily closed to ensure public safety. A team of labourers was spotted conducting repair work at the site, indicating that restoration efforts are already underway. However, officials from MHADA’s Mumbai Building Repairs and Reconstruction Board remained unavailable for comment on the long-term rehabilitation plans.
