Mehsana, Gujarat – A devastating incident has unfolded in the Mehsana district of Gujarat, where seven laborers lost their lives due to a sudden wall collapse while digging an underground tank for a company. The tragic event occurred on Saturday afternoon, causing widespread grief and concern throughout the community. The laborers were engaged in excavation work near Jasalpur village when the upper soil unexpectedly gave way, burying them under tons of debris. The collapse happened at approximately 1:45 PM, just as the excavation was nearing completion.
Local authorities were promptly alerted, and emergency response teams rushed to the site to conduct rescue operations. Unfortunately, despite their swift actions, all seven laborers were pronounced dead after being trapped under the rubble. The laborers were reportedly part of a group of eight to nine individuals working on the project, raising fears that more workers could still be trapped beneath the fallen soil. Dr. Hasrat Jasmin, the District Development Officer,
confirmed the grim news and stated, “We have recovered seven bodies so far, but we suspect there may be more workers trapped inside.” Rescue efforts are ongoing, with heavy machinery deployed to carefully remove the soil and search for any additional victims. The community is left in shock as they mourn the loss of life in this tragic accident. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collapse and are expected to provide further updates as the situation unfolds.
The incident has raised alarms about the safety protocols in place for construction work in the region, prompting calls for stricter regulations to ensure the safety of laborers. As search and rescue operations continue, the Mehsana district grapples with the heavy toll of this disaster, hoping for the best while fearing the worst.
