Stone Quarry Accident: Big accident happen in Bengaluru today thursday. Atleast 7 workers lost their lives in a tragic incident at a stone quarry in Bengaluru, Karnataka, when a large rock fell on them. Concerns arise that more workers might be trapped under the rubble, leading to a higher death toll. Additionally, several workers sustained injuries during the accident. The Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar, expressed sorrow over the fatalities.
The mishap happened at approximately 5 a.m. on Thursday in Madapatna, Bengaluru South taluk. Initial reports suggest that about 20 workers were present at the quarry when the rock collapsed suddenly on them. The workers were reportedly working 40 feet below the surface after a blasting operation at the site the day before.The identities of the deceased individuals have not been disclosed yet. The victims are believed to be migrant laborers from Bihar, while some of the injured workers are from Karnataka. Five laborers suffered severe injuries and were rushed to RR Hospital for medical care.
Witnesses mentioned that there was no warning before the rock fell unexpectedly. One witness recounted, “The incident took place at 5 a.m. while the workers were on duty. Some managed to escape unhurt, some got injured, and some were trapped under the rock. It doesn’t seem like the rock fell due to the blasting. It came down suddenly while the workers were carrying out their routine tasks.”
Another worker named Vinod shared that the victims were completing their night shift when the tragedy unfolded. He explained, “When the rock collapsed, several workers were pinned beneath it. Some suffered severe injuries. We were helpless to assist them. I was operating a machine about 10 meters away from the site. The workers were drilling in the mine and were unaware of the rock overhead.”
Chief Minister of Karnataka, D. K. Shivakumar tweets, “The collapse of a wall in Madapattana of Bengaluru South Taluk has caused the death of 7 workers, bringing immense sorrow. I pray that the departed souls attain eternal peace, that their families are granted the strength to bear this grief, and that the injured recover swiftly. It is the duty of quarry owners to ensure the life safety and security of workers engaged in quarry operations. The government will take appropriate action against quarries that violate regulations”