Mumbai: Heavy beam falls at BKC metro site, crane topples; no casualties reported
Mumbai, April 15
A major accident occurred at a metro construction site in the Bandra Kurla Complex area of Mumbai early Wednesday after a heavy beam being lifted onto a pillar fell, officials said.
The mobile crane used to hoist the beam also toppled at the site during the incident.
No casualties have been reported so far. Further details are awaited.
— ANI
Reader Comments
BKC area is always chaotic with construction. The noise and dust are one thing, but such accidents are terrifying for people working in nearby offices too. Authorities must ensure such incidents don't happen again.
No casualties is a huge relief. But a crane toppling? That suggests a serious lapse in operational safety or maybe the ground conditions. Hope there's a proper investigation and not just a cover-up.
Working in BKC, I see this metro work every day. The pace is frantic. Sometimes I wonder if speed is being prioritized over safety. Glad everyone is okay this time.
This is why we need strong unions for construction workers. They are the ones risking their lives. The company must be held accountable and compensate the workers for the trauma, even if no one was physically injured.
The Mumbai Metro is crucial for decongesting the city. While this accident is unfortunate, we must support the project. Let's hope the engineers learn from this and improve protocols. Jai Maharashtra! 🚇
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