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Concrete Collapse at Temple: Four Dead, Illegal Construction Revealed

12/14/2025

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The death toll at the Ahobilam Temple of Protection site in Redcliffe rose to four after a concrete collapse, with rescues suspended.
Vickey Jairaj Panday was a key figure in the temple's construction.
The eThekwini municipality said the construction lacked approved plans, indicating it was illegal.
The temple has been under construction for nearly two years and aims to house the world’s largest deity of Lord Nrsimhadeva.

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Story summary

The death toll at the Ahobilam Temple of Protection site in Redcliffe rose to four after a concrete collapse, with rescues suspended.
Vickey Jairaj Panday was a key figure in the temple's construction.
The eThekwini municipality said the construction lacked approved plans, indicating it was illegal.
The temple has been under construction for nearly two years and aims to house the world’s largest deity of Lord Nrsimhadeva.