Saharanpur Tragedy: Pillar of Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Collapses, Multiple Workers Feared Trapped

Saharanpur: A major incident took place near Mora Village in Badgaon, Saharanpur, when a pillar of the under-construction Delhi-Dehradun Expressway collapsed, several workers are feared trapped under the debris. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, sending shockwaves through the locals and highway authorities.

According to preliminary reports, as many as 6 to 7 workers were working beneath the pillar when it suddenly collapsed. The impact of the fall created chaos among highway officials, as they scrambled to assess the situation.

The local police station was immediately alerted and many officers left for the site to oversee rescue operations.

Rescues Ops Underway, 5 Workers Saved So Far

As locals got the news of the incident, villagers from the nearby locations gathered at the site and joined the rescue efforts. Their swift response, combined with the efforts of authorities, resulted in the successful rescue of 4 to 5 workers.

Rescue teams are working tirelessly to extract the remaining workers trapped under the debris.

Poor-Quality Materials Suspected in Pillar Collapse

Preliminary investigations suggest that the collapse may have been caused by the use of poor-quality construction materials, with reports indicating that thin iron rods and substandard materials were used in the construction of the pillars. Sources claim that the pillar broke as soon as it was placed, leading to the tragic incident.

The local authorities have pledged to thoroughly investigate the causes behind the pillar's collapse and hold those responsible accountable.

Delhi-Dehradun Expressway

The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway project, part of a key infrastructure development initiative, has now been marred by this tragic incident. Local residents and workers have expressed deep concerns about the safety standards of ongoing construction projects.

Many have called for improved oversight and stricter regulations to prevent such accidents from happening in the future, highlighting the need for safer working conditions.