Construction Site Tragedy: One Worker Rescued, Another Trapped

On Wednesday, two workers were trapped under soil at a construction site on Balmatta Road. One worker has been rescued and is hospitalized. Rescue operations led by the SDRF and fire department are ongoing for the second worker. Police and senior officials are on the scene.


PTI | Bengaluru | Updated: 03-07-2024 15:21 IST | Created: 03-07-2024 15:21 IST
Construction Site Tragedy: One Worker Rescued, Another Trapped
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On Wednesday, a construction site accident occurred on Balmatta Road, leaving two workers trapped under several tonnes of loose soil. According to officials, one worker has been successfully rescued and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

The tragic incident has prompted an immediate response from local authorities. The Commissioner of Police and other senior officials arrived at the scene to oversee the rescue efforts. Meanwhile, specialized teams from the SDRF and the fire department have been tirelessly working to free the second trapped worker.

While one worker's rescue provides a glimmer of hope, the situation remains dire as operations continue to secure the second individual. Authorities are investigating the cause of the soil collapse, aiming to prevent such incidents in the future.

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