On Friday night, a tragic incident occurred in the Antop Hill area of Mumbai, resulting in the death of two women due to the partial collapse of a three-story house. The wall collapse happened at around 9:25 pm in Punjab Galli, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
### Incident Details:
- **Location:** Punjab Galli, Antop Hill, Mumbai
- **Time:** 9:25 pm on Friday
- **Structure:** A ground-plus-three-storey hutment
- **Collapsed Portions:** Second and third floors, with some parts still hanging precariously
### Casualties:
- **Victims:**
 - **Shobadevi Mourya (45)**
 - **Zakirunissa Shaikh (50)**
- **Status:** Both women were rushed to Sion Hospital, where they were declared dead on arrival.
### Response:
- **Search Operation:** A search operation was initiated immediately to ensure no one else was trapped or injured.
- **Civic Official's Statement:** The official confirmed the collapse and the ongoing efforts to secure the site and search for any additional victims.
### Medical Response:
- **Sion Hospital:** The hospital confirmed that the two women were dead on arrival, underscoring the severity of the injuries sustained in the collapse.
### Conclusion:
This incident highlights the need for stringent safety measures and regular inspections of older structures to prevent such tragedies. The authorities are likely to investigate the cause of the collapse and take necessary actions to ensure the safety of residents in similar structures.
