Rock collapse at stone quarry near Bengaluru kills workers, rescue underway
A rock collapse at a stone quarry near Bengaluru killed daily‑wage labourers and prompted rescue operations. Reports differ on the death toll, and authorities are investigating safety concerns.
A rock collapse at a stone quarry near Bengaluru killed workers and triggered rescue operations. According to reports from India, eight workers were killed, while reports from India and other outlets said seven workers died. The Hindu reported eight workers were killed.
The victims were daily‑wage labourers; the Hindu reported several victims were from Bihar, and ETV Bharat reported the deceased are believed to be from Bihar and Assam. The incident occurred in the early morning at Madapattana, with around 20 men present at the site, as reported by the Times of India. Six workers were injured, according to the Times of India, and the injured were shifted to a private hospital, per ETV Bharat.
Authorities are investigating possible safety violations and negligence, the Hindu reported, and the Times of India reported that authorities have pledged action against illegal quarrying activities.
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