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36 Stranded on Chennai’s 'Top Gun' Roller Coaster as Park Faces Safety Probe

The park remains closed pending a detailed safety inspection after authorities registered a case over the May 27 malfunction.

30 stuck mid-air for over three hours after joyride malfunctions in Chennai
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Overview

  • On May 27 around 6 PM, the ‘Top Gun’ roller coaster at VGP Universal Kingdom stalled mid-cycle, leaving 36 riders suspended about 50 feet above ground.
  • Fire and Rescue Services teams and Neelankarai Police deployed two sky lifts to lower all passengers safely after nearly three hours, and no serious injuries were reported.
  • District Fire Officer Loganathan said initial ladder attempts failed, prompting a specialised high-reach vehicle to complete the rescue under supervision from Adyar deputy commissioner of police Pon Karthik Kumar.
  • Preliminary inspections by Chennai Municipal Corporation officials indicate the ride suffered ignored mechanical issues and poor maintenance, intensifying scrutiny of amusement park safety protocols.
  • A formal negligence case has been filed against park management, and VGP Universal Kingdom will remain shut until a full investigation and safety audit are completed.