Overview

• The accident occurred on April 14, 2025, near Kogilu Cross when a metro girder fell off a truck transporting construction materials for the Namma Metro airport line.
• The victim, identified as Qasim Saab, was crushed in his autorickshaw while a passenger who had just exited the vehicle narrowly escaped harm.
• Preliminary reports suggest the girder fell due to sudden braking by the truck to avoid another vehicle, with eyewitnesses alleging improper securing of the load and reckless driving.
• The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) expressed regret, pledged compensation for the victim's family, and committed to reviewing safety protocols for girder transport.
• Local police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident, which has reignited concerns about safety lapses in metro construction logistics.