Tragic Collapse of Dilapidated House Claims Six Lives in Pratapgarh

A heartbreaking incident in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, saw a dilapidated house collapse during heavy rainfall, leading to the tragic deaths of six family members. The victims were trapped under the debris, and despite rescue efforts, they could not be saved. The house, over a century old, had been in poor condition. This incident highlights the dangers posed by aging structures, especially during adverse weather conditions. Read on for more details about this tragic event and its impact on the community.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 6, 2026, 09:59 IST

Fatal Incident in Pratapgarh

Pratapgarh (Uttar Pradesh), August 6 - A tragic incident occurred in the Nagar Kotwali area of Pratapgarh district when a dilapidated house collapsed during heavy rainfall, resulting in the deaths of six family members trapped under the debris. According to Ashutosh Mishra, the police area officer (Nagar), on Wednesday night, seven family members were asleep in a room of the house located in Mahuli Bazaar.

During the downpour, the structure gave way, burying them beneath the rubble. Neighbors, alerted by a loud noise, rushed to the scene and notified the police and fire department. Mishra reported that all individuals trapped in the debris were rescued and taken to a medical college, where doctors pronounced six of them dead.

The deceased include Pramod Srivastava (60), his wife Rita (55), their daughter-in-law Madhuri (24), and two grandchildren, Madhav (2) and Aadvik (10 months), along with another family member, Nitin (25). The police area officer also mentioned that Pramod's son Aman, who was injured, is currently receiving treatment. All bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination. Mishra noted that the house was approximately 100 years old and had become severely dilapidated.