Letter.

Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 6Sep 17,Poor maintenanceThe tragic collapse of the building in India’s financial capital Mumbai, was sad and painful to read (“Narrow escape for 50 children as building collapses in Mumbai”, Gulf News, September 1). In recent months, Mumbai has witnessed incidents like this due to lack of maintenance. The tenants,who have been staying for years, may not be able to pay adequate rent, and the builders may not be in a position to provide maintenance. Despite the authorities’ advice, the trust has not taken care of the old building, causing heavy damage to both finances and lives. Even though the Indian government is giving some compensation, the lives that are lost will not return to their loved ones. The authorities should monitor old buildings. I pray for the victims.From Mr K. Ragavan India