Three Workers Killed in Collapse at Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Site

The tragic incident in Gujarat's Anand district involved falling concrete blocks during construction, prompting a thorough investigation into safety protocols.

The collapse occurred on November 5, 2024, at the Mahi River site in Anand district, during well-sinking operations for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project.
Three workers died and one was injured when concrete blocks fell after support strands snapped, according to the National High Speed Rail Corporation.
Rescue operations involved local police and fire brigade teams, who recovered two bodies and rescued two workers, one of whom later died in the hospital.
The National High Speed Rail Corporation expressed condolences and announced an ex-gratia compensation of Rs. 20 lakhs for the families of the deceased.
An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the structural failure, with an emphasis on enhancing safety measures to prevent future incidents.