Tragic incident in Gujarat: 6 Dead as goods ropeway collapses in Pavagadh; Rescue operations underway

The police and related departments have started an investigation to find out the causes of this accident. In the investigation, it will be seen whether the maintenance, operation and safety standards of the ropeway were followed or not.

Pavagadh: A horrific accident took place on Saturday (September 6) in Pavagadh area of ​​Panchmahal district of Gujarat. Six people died when a cargo ropeway being used for construction work collapsed here. This ropeway was used to transport construction material from Manchi to Nij Mandir. The accident has not only shaken the local people, but has also raised serious questions about the safety of development works.

6 People Died

A total of six people have died in this tragic incident. The deceased include two lift operators, two employees and two other people. It is being told that all of them were present at the same place at the time of the collapse of the ropeway. The ropeway was a means of transporting construction material, through which material was easily transported from Manchi area of ​​​​Pavagadh to Nij Mandir. This accident has raised questions on the ignorance of safety standards in construction works.

Relief Work Started

As soon as the information of the incident was received, the team of local police and fire department reached the spot. They immediately started relief and rescue operations. The bodies of the deceased were taken out safely and efforts are being made to identify them. Officials said that a detailed investigation of the entire incident will be conducted soon.

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Investigation Of The Accident Started

The police and related departments have started an investigation to find out the causes of this accident. In the investigation, it will be seen whether the maintenance, operation and safety standards of the ropeway were followed or not. It will also be ascertained whether this accident happened due to any kind of negligence or technical fault. After the investigation report comes, necessary steps will be taken to prevent such accidents in future.

A Wave Of Mourning

There is a wave of mourning in Panchmahal district and Pavagadh area regarding this accident. All possible help is being provided by the administration to the families of the deceased. The local administration has announced financial help and other assistance for the relatives of the deceased. Along with this, instructions have also been given to tighten the security measures in the entire area.

Questions Raised

This accident involving the ropeway used for the ongoing development works in Pavagadh has raised serious questions about the safety protocols. Discussions have also begun on how correct it is to ignore safety in the pursuit of speeding up construction works. Experts say that it is very important to give priority to safety during development works so that such tragic accidents do not happen again.

This accident is a matter of concern not only for Panchmahal but for the entire state. It is expected that after investigation, the culprits will be punished and strict rules will be made to prevent such incidents in future. Expressing condolences to the deceased, the administration and the local people are standing with their families in this hour of grief.