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oi-Madhuri Adnal
At least five workers are feared trapped after a gantry crane collapsed at a construction site linked to the Jewar Expressway project in Haryana’s Faridabad on Thursday, prompting a major rescue operation.
The incident took place near Panhera Khurd village under the jurisdiction of Chhainsa Police Station between 1:30 pm and 2 pm, officials said. The crane, which was being used for the construction of a flyover connecting to the upcoming Jewar Airport, reportedly overturned during a storm and crashed onto makeshift shelters and containers at the site.
A gantry crane collapsed amid strong winds on Thursday near Panhera Khurd village in Faridabad, Haryana, part of the Jewar Expressway project, trapping several workers under debris and prompting a major rescue operation.
Rescue teams, police personnel and emergency workers rushed to the location after receiving information about the accident around 3 pm.
Workers Trapped Under Collapsed Crane
Eyewitness Sunil Kumar said the crane overturned amid strong winds, trapping several workers underneath.
“During the storm, a crane overturned. Two people were rescued, but two to three people are still trapped. This crane is working on the construction of the Jewar Airport flyover,” Kumar said.
Authorities fear that more workers may be trapped beneath the heavy structure and damaged containers.
#WATCH | Faridabad, Haryana: A crane overturned during the construction of the Jewar Airport flyover near Pahneda Khurd. Rescue operations are ongoing. pic.twitter.com/9QpDieefvX
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Rescue Operation Underway
Faridabad Police Public Relations Officer Yashpal Yadav said rescue personnel equipped with cutting tools were immediately deployed to the site.
“Police received information about the accident around 3 pm after which rescue workers with cutting equipment went to the spot,” Yadav said.
According to officials, one injured worker has been rescued so far. The worker reportedly suffered severe leg injuries after being trapped under the debris.
“Efforts are still going on to cut or lift the collapsed part of the crane and the container to reach the other workers. The collapsed equipment weighs several tonnes,” Yadav added.
Containers Used As Site Offices Damaged
Officials said several shipping containers had been placed at the construction site and were being used as temporary offices and resting spaces for workers, contractors and project staff.
The overturned crane reportedly fell onto some of these containers, increasing the complexity of the rescue operation.
Heavy machinery and specialised equipment are being used to remove debris and locate those trapped. Authorities are yet to confirm the exact number of workers affected by the collapse.
Further details are awaited as rescue operations continue at the site.
