A crane collapsed onto an unoccupied building during metro construction work in Surat, Gujarat, on Thursday. While no casualties were reported, the incident highlights potential safety concerns during the ongoing project.
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A portion of the Aguwani-Sultanganj bridge, under construction over the Ganga River in Bihar, India, has collapsed. Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse and more details are awaited.
A tragedy unfolded in George, South Africa, as a multi-story apartment building under construction collapsed, injuring at least 22 workers. The grim situation has left an estimated 48 workers trapped amid the rubble. Rescue efforts are in full swing, with over 130 personnel tirelessly working to save lives. The authorities estimate that around 70 people were working on the building when it collapsed. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks involved in construction projects and highlights the importance of adhering to safety regulations to prevent such devastating events.
Two construction workers were injured in a structure collapse in Salt Lake City on Monday afternoon. The structure, a detached shed/garage under construction, tipped and collapsed around 3 p.m., striking one worker and trapping another underneath. Firefighters were able to rescue the trapped worker and both men were taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
A report by Jadavpur University has found that the Garden Reach building in Kolkata, which collapsed on March 18, was constructed using substandard materials and had a faulty design. The report was submitted to the Kolkata Police, who are now awaiting a final report that will specify the standard of materials used. A charge sheet will be filed based on the findings of the report.