Bhubaneswar: Workers engaged in construction work at Bhubaneswar escaped a major accident on Wednesday after a huge crane collapsed at the site.
At least five workers sustained minor injuries in the mishap and have been admitted to Capital Hospi
tal, said sources.
The incident was reported from a colony in Unit 8 area of Odisha capital at 10:15 am.
The crane crashed while iron rods were being raised. “The tower’s centering was completed, and a crane was being used to elevate iron rods. Roof-casting work was underway when the mishap took place,” a worker said.
Sources added that safety precautions were not taken at the site and many workers were working without putting on a helmet and safety gear.
The agency personnel engaged in the work attributed the crash to a mechanical failure. Till last reports came the site was cordoned off and agency involved has been asked to stop work.