School building collapse kills 17 children in India

At least 17 children were killed when a school building collapsed in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand following heavy monsoon rains.

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The BBC understands that six children were pulled out safely, but many are still trapped under the debris.


The incident took place in the remote Sumgarh village. Rescue operations are continuing, officials said.


Heavy rains for the past week have led to a major disruption in life in the mountain areas of Uttarakhand