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Scaffolding Collapse Traps Workers at Gujarat Construction Site
Rescue teams are working to free at least ten individuals still feared trapped after a slab failed at an under-construction complex in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
A portion of an under-construction building collapsed in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on Wednesday evening, trapping multiple workers and prompting an extensive rescue operation. The incident occurred in the Kudasan area of the state capital, where scaffolding failed during a slab casting process at the Bosky The Empire complex.
Reports indicate that a slab between two units gave way, leading to the collapse. Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene, with fire teams leading efforts to locate and extract those caught in the debris. As of the latest updates, twelve workers have been successfully rescued from the site.
However, the operation continues, with an estimated ten workers still feared trapped within the collapsed structure. Officials have stated that between 10 and 15 workers were initially believed to be caught in the wreckage following the collapse.
The accident has highlighted concerns over construction site safety. Rescue personnel are utilising specialised equipment and techniques to navigate the unstable debris and reach those still awaiting assistance. The focus remains on the urgent and safe extraction of all individuals believed to be trapped.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding the cause of the scaffolding failure, and investigations are expected to follow the conclusion of the rescue efforts. The condition of the rescued workers was not immediately available, but medical teams are on standby at the site.
Reporting by the The Indian Morning Post Editorial Desk.
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