Updated On: 28 August, 2025 02:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
President Droupadi Murmu expressed grief over the Palghar building collapse in Virar, Maharashtra, that claimed 15 lives and injured nine. She termed the incident “extremely tragic” and offered condolences to the bereaved families while praying for the injured. Police have arrested builder Niley Sane under MRTP Act and BNS sections.

Fire incident. Pic/PTI
Showing her deepest condolences to the victims of the Virar building collapse, the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on Thursday expressed grief on her official social media X account.
While posting on her official social media account, Droupadi Murmu showed great concern about the victim’s family and paid her tribute to the ones who unfortunately lost their lives.
While posting on her social media account X, President Murmu termed the incident "extremely tragic" as it took multiple lives.