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Bengaluru Tower Tilt Sparks Demolition Fears
25 Jul
Summary
- An 18-storey tower in Bengaluru tilted before occupancy.
- The developer will dismantle the tower floor by floor.
- Concerns rise due to proximity to schools and residences.
Residents near Harlur Main Road in Bengaluru are experiencing anxiety over the impending dismantling of Tower E, an 18-storey residential structure at the SNN Raj Etternia complex. The building developed a visible tilt due to structural issues before any buyers took possession.
The affected tower was unoccupied. The developer proactively informed authorities upon detecting the problem, emphasizing that safety is paramount. The dismantling will not involve blasting but a controlled process using cranes and diamond-cutting techniques, bringing the building down floor by floor.
Despite assurances, the tower's location in a dense residential and educational zone, adjacent to Cambridge International School and other housing layouts, fuels resident concerns. Many are seeking clear communication regarding the demolition schedule, prioritizing the safety of children and families.
The structural failure has been attributed to the site's past condition as a lakebed and marshland, which affected the foundation. The Greater Bengaluru Authority has withdrawn an occupancy certificate for another block and issued a show-cause notice to the certifying structural engineer.
The developer will cover all dismantling and reconstruction costs, pledging that residents need not panic as all precautions are being taken.
