Tragic Accident Claims Life of DMRC Worker in South Delhi
DMRC worker killed as loader overturns at south Delhi site; probe underway
Hindustan Times
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A 23-year-old worker, Abhishek, died in a tragic accident while operating a backhoe loader for a drain-cleaning project under the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation in south Delhi. Preliminary investigations suggest safety lapses at the site contributed to the fatal incident.
- 01Abhishek, a 23-year-old worker, died after a backhoe loader overturned during a government project.
- 02The accident occurred near Dayal Singh College in south Delhi.
- 03Preliminary investigations indicate safety lapses may have contributed to the incident.
- 04The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has initiated a detailed inquiry into the accident.
- 05The family of the deceased is receiving assistance from both the contractor and DMRC.
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A tragic accident occurred in south Delhi, where a 23-year-old worker named Abhishek, from Etah district in Uttar Pradesh, lost his life while operating a backhoe loader for a drain-cleaning project under the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). The incident happened near Dayal Singh College when Abhishek failed to apply the brake in time, causing the loader to overturn. Preliminary police investigations revealed that the edge of the drain, approximately 16 feet deep, was unstable and not properly reinforced, contributing to the accident. The DMRC has stated that a detailed inquiry is underway to assess the safety protocols and supervision at the site, and they are providing necessary support to the victim's family. A case has been registered at the Lodhi Colony police station, and further investigations are ongoing to determine accountability.
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This incident raises concerns about safety protocols in construction projects, which could affect workers' safety and community trust in infrastructure projects.
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