KALYAN: With the monsoon season approaching, the issue of dangerous buildings in the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) limits has once again come into focus. In a major safety exercise, the civic body has started issuing notices to residents living in extremely dangerous structures, directing them to vacate the premises to avoid any untoward incidents during heavy rains.According to KDMC officials, a total of 451 buildings across the twin-city have been classified as dangerous, out of which 225 buildings have been marked as “extremely dangerous.” Civic authorities fear that these structures may pose a serious threat to life and property during the monsoon.Officials said structural auditors and engineers have inspected several old and dilapidated buildings and recommended immediate repairs in many cases. Accordingly, the municipal corporation has issued repair notices to such buildings, while evacuation notices are being served to residents staying in highly critical structures.As part of the monsoon preparedness drive, KDMC has launched a special campaign to ensure citizens’ safety and minimize the risk of building collapse incidents. Civic teams are also conducting inspections and monitoring vulnerable structures across Kalyan and Dombivli.KDMC Deputy Commissioner Prasad Borkar appealed to residents to cooperate with the administration in the larger interest of public safety. “Citizens should prioritize their own safety and support the civic administration during this monsoon preparedness exercise,” he said.Every year, the monsoon season raises concerns over ageing and unsafe buildings in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, with authorities urging residents to shift temporarily from risky structures to safer locations.
