Collectorate building partially collapses in Adilabad

Heavy rains led to the collapse of one portion of the Adilabad Collectorate building late Thursday evening, September 11. Two slabs gave way, causing the verandah and the upper floor above it to come crashing down.

The heritage structure, built in 1941 with lime, mortar, and brick materials, had become weakened after days of intense rainfall. The lower supporting



pillars reportedly crumbled under pressure, bringing down the upper slabs.

At the time of the incident, about 20 people, including candidates waiting for Village Administrative Officer posting orders, were sitting on the verandah of the upper floor. As they heard the slabs crack and rumble, most ran out in panic, managing to escape unharmed. Some employees also fled to safety.