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What Happened

A tragic accident occurred at an under-construction Metro site in Mumbai’s Mulund area on Saturday afternoon, resulting in one fatality and three injuries. The incident took place around 12:15 PM on LBS Road when a portion of a parapet wall slab from the upcoming Mumbai Metro Line 4 collapsed onto vehicles below, crushing an autorickshaw and a car.

Why It Matters

The deceased has been identified as Ramdhan Yadav. Among the injured, Rajkumar Indrajeet Yadav is reported to be in critical condition, while Mahendra Pratap Yadav and Deepa Ruhiya are stable. The accident has raised significant concerns regarding construction safety standards in Mumbai, prompting local officials to call for an inquiry into the incident. Mulund MLA Mihir Kotecha has demanded accountability from the contractor and relevant officials, while Mayor Ritu Tawde noted that the parapet segment had been installed only a day prior and criticized the lack of proper barricading.

What’s Next

Emergency response teams, including the Mumbai Fire Brigade and local police, quickly arrived at the scene to conduct rescue operations and manage traffic disruptions. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is coordinating relief efforts with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and disaster management authorities. Investigations into the incident are expected to follow, focusing on construction practices and safety measures at the site.