Madhya Pradesh: Nine children killed, two injured as wall collapses in Sagar

Sagar (Madhya Pradesh) [India], August 4 (ANI): Nine children were killed when a wall collapsed on a tent in Madhya Pradesh’s Sagar district on Sunday morning amid heavy rain, police said.

Two more children also sustained injuries and have been taken to a nearby hospital, they said.

According to officials, the incident occurred around 8.30 am, with initial reports suggesting the collapse was caused by the heavy downpour last night.

Upon receiving information, senior officials and district administration authorities reached the spot.

District Collector Deepak Arya confirmed that local police and rescue teams reached the spot and launched a rescue operation.

“Nine children have died in the incident. Two others have been taken to a nearby hospital for treatment,” Arya said.

Further details are awaited.