India, Sept. 30 -- An under-construction building in Chennai collapsed on Tuesday. As per police officials, several people are feared dead.

"An under-construction building at the Ennore Thermal Power Station here collapsed on Tuesday, and casualties are feared," police told news agency PTI

"Currently, the officers have gone to the spot... We are investigating it," they added. While an official number is yet to be announced, officials told HT that at least least nine people are feared dead.

Avadi Police Commissionerate told news agency ANI that one worker sustained grievous injuries, while more than 10 others have been seriously hurt in the collapse incident.

"The victims have been rushed to Stanley Government Hospital in North Chennai...