Cuttack, Odisha (Newshub Desk ) – A devastating accident occurred at the Khananagar bridge construction site, leaving three workers dead and two others critically injured.
The mishap took place when a bridge slab unexpectedly collapsed, trapping several labourers working on the structure.
Local authorities reported that the accident was likely caused by a crane failure during construction. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, transporting the injured to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care.
Officials have launched an investigation into the incident, focusing on potential negligence and safety lapses.
Cuttack Mayor Subhas Singh expressed concern over the accident, citing possible lapses in worker safety measures. He called for stricter regulations to prevent such tragedies in the future.
This heartbreaking event has raised questions about construction safety standards, prompting discussions on stricter oversight of large-scale infrastructure projects.
