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In Shahbaz Village, A Building With Three Floors Falls Apart And Some People Fear They Are Trapped
Residents of Shahbaz village in CBD Belapur awoke on Saturday at approximately 4.30 am to the sound of a structure collapsing following the fall of a G plus three-story building. When they realized the building had collapsed, 52 people fled outdoors; two were rescued alive, and the remaining two were thought to be trapped within.
“The woman who lives below my apartment called me at around 3:45 a.m. to report that there is a crack in the building. Although I knew everyone’s number, she did not, so I contacted each of them. Without grabbing anything, none of us dared to enter. The building fell about 4:30 am. Someone informed me yesterday that there was a crack at the ground floor salon. I figured there would be some work to be done. If I hadn’t received the call, we would have all perished. One survivor, Zoya Deshmukh, claimed, “We never thought it was in bad condition because the owner used to get the maintenance done as and when required.”
“There is a crack in the building,” the woman who lives below my apartment called me at about 3:45 in the morning. I phoned each person since I had their phone number and she didn’t. None of us took anything with us as we all fled out. The building fell about 4:30 in the morning. I was informed yesterday that there was a cracking sound coming from the ground floor salon. I expected there would be some work in progress. If I hadn’t gotten the call, we would all have died. The house’s owner used to get maintenance done as needed, so we never considered it to be in poor shape, according to survivor Zoya Deshmukh.
“The column had visible cracks since two days, but we were staying as no one knew the consequences,” stated Satish Gond, another survivor. We are employees, and despite our ignorance, we have stayed. We were all afraid when we heard little sounds last night, like tiles shattering and walls splitting. In all, 17 apartments and the two stores in the building housed about 50 people.
When he arrived at the scene at approximately six in the morning, Navi Mumbai Municipal Commissioner Kailash Shinde stated, “The fall happened in sector 19 in Shabaaz village little before five in the morning. Thirteen children and forty-nine adults emerged shortly before the crash. The rescued individuals have been placed in a rescue facility. Since the building is just ten years old, we will be looking into why it fell so quickly.
Navi Mumbai Civic Body Bridges the Healthcare Gap with Free Screenings and Follow-up Care Across Local Centers.
The Drive
In a major boost to public health, 1,292 citizens were screened during a free cancer detection drive conducted across various health centers by the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC).
The initiative focused on early detection for common cancers including oral, breast, and cervical cancers giving local residents access to crucial preventive care close to home. Medical teams set up diagnostic stations at Urban Primary Health Centers (UPHCs) to ensure seamless access, particularly for working-class and middle-income families.
Beyond basic checkups, civic health teams provided guidance on early warning signs, lifestyle risks, and the importance of routine health monitoring. Citizens identified with potential symptoms received direct referrals to municipal hospitals for further testing and subsidized follow-up treatment.
Community health drives play an essential role in saving lives by catching illnesses before they progress. By making preventive care accessible to all, NMMC continues to strengthen healthcare infrastructure across the city.
Community comes together in Kukshet Village to honor Maharashtrian heritage with folk games, music, and local camaraderie.
Celebrating Tradition
Highlighting the rich cultural fabric of the region, women across Nerul gathered at the Shri Vitthal Rukmini Temple in Kukshet Village to celebrate Nag Panchami. Organized under the guidance of former Mayor Sujata Patil and local representative Suraj Patil, the annual festival brought Ward No. 23 alive with traditional music, energetic games, and community spirit.
The temple courtyard transformed into a vibrant hub of Maharashtrian heritage as over 100 local women participated in age-old folk traditions that are increasingly rare in modern urban life. Attendees filled the air with traditional Nag Panchami and Mangalagaur songs while joining hands for lively rounds of Zimma and Phugdi. The day featured classic games including Kombda, Katwatkhana, blowing into copper pots (Kalshi Phunkne), and dancing with decorated earthen pots.
Beyond the cultural performances, the gathering highlighted strong neighborhood ties. Local residents expressed deep appreciation for the safe, supportive environment fostered in the area, noting that community initiatives like these strengthen mutual trust and preserve local culture for younger generations. With smiling faces, traditional rhythms, and shared prayers for prosperity, this year’s Nag Panchami reaffirmed the power of community traditions in keeping local heritage vibrant and strong.
Meta Multispeciality Hospital in Ghansoli opens with free care for newborn baby girls and elderly citizens.
The Hospital
Access to quality healthcare just got a major boost for local families. Meta Multispeciality Hospital officially opened its doors in Ghansoli Sector 4, promising state-of-the-art medical technology alongside a deeply human approach to community care.
The facility was inaugurated by Forest Minister and Palghar Guardian Minister Ganesh Naik, who toured the premises to inspect its emergency wards, OPD facilities, and advanced diagnostic machinery. Speaking to attendees, Naik praised the hospital’s leadership for prioritizing affordable, high-quality treatment for middle-class households.
What sets the hospital apart, however, is its landmark social welfare initiative announced during the opening by community leader Sagar Chougule and hospital administrator Dr. Swarna Shelke:
- Free Maternity Care for Girl Child Deliveries: To celebrate and encourage the birth of female children, the hospital will waive all delivery charges for mothers giving birth to baby girls.
- Free OPD Services for Seniors: Outpatient consultations will be entirely free for senior citizens aged 65 and above.
“Healthcare shouldn’t feel like an unbearable financial burden,” said Dr. Shelke. “Our primary goal is to bring modern medical infrastructure within reach of every everyday citizen.”
With monsoon-related illnesses on the rise, the team also plans to host free community health camps to catch seasonal infections early. By blending modern medicine with genuine community compassion, the new hospital aims to build a healthier, safer Navi Mumbai.
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