August 1st 2023.
Tragedy struck in Shahpur, Thane, Maharashtra, India, when a huge crane collapsed while workers were attempting to build a bridge near a highway. Nine engineers and several workers were attempting to install precast box girders for the under-construction highway when the crane fell.
Reports from eyewitnesses indicate the accident took place around 11 pm while government disaster officials said it happened around 1:30 am. According to the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), approximately 30 people were working at the site building the highway and high-speed rail bridges.
The aftermath of the incident was heartbreaking. An officer from the Thane Disaster Response Force stated that the girder launcher, girder, and the whole structure had collapsed on the workers. The death toll rose to 18 after two bodies were pulled from the accident site this morning. Furthermore, three people have been injured and at least six workers are believed to be trapped under the rubble.
In response to the disaster, two teams from the ministry have joined the recovery efforts and Maharashtra minister Dada Bhuse rushed to the scene in the early hours. He expressed his sadness on Instagram, sharing footage of him at the site. The video shows the crane now a mangled mess under the highway, with rescuers combing the debris for survivors.
This incident has left many in shock and grief. Our hearts go out to those affected by the tragedy. We hope that the accident will be investigated, and the workers will receive the justice they deserve.
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