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Storm-Induced Wall Collapse Kills Seven at Bengaluru Hospital

4/30/2026

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Rain and hailstorms on Wednesday caused an 8-foot wall collapse at a Bengaluru hospital complex.
The collapse killed seven people, including a child, four street vendors and two from Kerala, with one victim unidentified.
Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar confirmed the victims' identities while Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the incident unfortunate on X.
Three injured, including a woman taken for a check-up after first aid, are receiving treatment.

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Rain and hailstorms on Wednesday caused an 8-foot wall collapse at a Bengaluru hospital complex.
The collapse killed seven people, including a child, four street vendors and two from Kerala, with one victim unidentified.
Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar confirmed the victims' identities while Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the incident unfortunate on X.
Three injured, including a woman taken for a check-up after first aid, are receiving treatment.