Archive · 27 Aug 2026
Tirupati Building Collapses After Adjacent Plot Excavation, No Deaths Reported
A four-storey building in Tirupati collapsed after deep digging began next door.
Workers used earth-moving machines to dig foundation trenches.
The digging was reportedly 14 to 20 feet deep.
People noticed cracks and heard unusual structural sounds, so they left the building.
This evacuation helped prevent deaths.
Early reports said three people may have suffered minor injuries, but police had not confirmed this.
Officials blocked the area and cleared the rubble.
They also checked whether anyone was trapped underneath.
Police and municipal officials are investigating whether the digging had proper permission and safety protections.
A four-storey G+3 commercial-cum-residential building collapsed near Rayalacheruvu Road in Tirupati on Wednesday.
Deep excavation on a neighbouring plot reportedly reached 14 to 20 feet near the building.
Occupants evacuated after cracks and structural noises were noticed, and no deaths were reported.
Initial reports said three people suffered minor injuries, but police had not officially confirmed them.
Police and municipal officials are investigating the excavation’s approvals, safety measures and possible role in the collapse.
- Who
- The building’s occupants, nearby residents, the property owner, workers, police, municipal officials and fire safety personnel were involved.
- What
- A G+3 commercial-cum-residential building collapsed after deep excavation was carried out on an adjacent plot.
- When
- Wednesday; the articles do not provide a calendar date.
- Where
- Near Rayalacheruvu Road, Subbaiah Colony and M.R. Palli Junction in Tirupati.
- Why
- The excavation is suspected of weakening the soil supporting the building’s foundation, though the official cause has not been determined.
Property Owner’s Allegation
Authorities’ Ongoing Inquiry
Adequacy of excavation precautions
Property Owner’s Allegation
The property owner alleged that the adjacent excavation lacked sufficient safety precautions and said concerns had previously been raised about its impact on the building.
Authorities’ Ongoing Inquiry
Police and municipal officials have not assigned responsibility and are investigating whether the excavation had the required approvals and safety measures.
Cause of the collapse
Property Owner’s Allegation
The owner’s allegation points to the neighbouring excavation as a possible factor in the building’s damage and collapse.
Authorities’ Ongoing Inquiry
Officials suspect that soil removal may have affected the building’s foundation, but the investigation has not yet established the definitive cause.
- Building type
- G+3 commercial-cum-residential building
- Location
- Rayalacheruvu Road, near Subbaiah Colony and M.R. Palli Junction, Tirupati
- Excavation depth
- Reportedly 14 to 20 feet
- Building age
- Constructed around three-and-a-half years ago
- Casualties
- No deaths reported; three minor injuries were initially reported but not officially confirmed
- Evacuation
- Occupants left after cracks and structural noises raised safety concerns
- Investigation
- Officials are examining excavation approvals and whether adequate safety measures were followed
