US EditionPolice Inspector Killed, 13 Others Injured After Joyride Collapsed at Surajkund Mela in Haryana's Faridabad
Inspector Jagdish Prasad died while aiding rescue after the tsunami swing collapsed at the Surajkund Mela, injuring 12 others; an investigation into the ride malfunction is ongoing.
- On Saturday evening at the Surajkund International Crafts Mela in Faridabad, a tsunami swing malfunctioned and collapsed, killing a police inspector and injuring 12 others.
- Officials said the tsunami swing malfunctioned and broke down, with one side falling during rescue efforts, and a probe launched by authorities is ongoing.
- Doctors and rescue teams treated the injured at the scene and admitted them to Badshah Khan Civil Hospital, while Prasad was crushed while helping trapped riders.
- Deputy Commissioner Ayush Singh said, `We will take strict action against the vendor concerned`, as authorities cordoned and barricaded the site soon after the accident.
- Organised since 1987 by the Surajkund Mela Authority and Haryana Tourism, the Surajkund International Crafts Mela showcases India's handicrafts, handlooms and cuisines during February.
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On Saturday evening, a swing ride collapsed at a fair in Faridabad, India. A police officer was killed and twelve fairgoers were injured, Indian media reported.
Police Inspector killed, 13 injured after swing collapses at Surajkund Mela in Faridabad
Haryana Tourism Minister Arvind Sharma, who visited the accident spot, said that directions were issued for a thorough investigation of the entire incident and assured strict action against the culprits
Police inspector killed, 13 others injured after joyride collapsed at Surajkund Mela in Haryana's Faridabad
A joyride at Surajkund Mela in Faridabad collapsed on February 7, resulting in the death of a police inspector and injuries to 13 others. Authorities plan to file an FIR against the ride operator. The Haryana Chief Minister has expressed condolences and ensured care for the injured.
Tragedy at Surajkund: Inspector Killed in Swing Collapse
Tragedy at Surajkund: Inspector Killed in Swing Collapse A tragic accident unfolded at the Surajkund fairgrounds on Saturday when a giant swing snapped mid-air, claiming the life of on-duty police inspector Jagdish Prasad and leaving 11 others injured. The incident occurred around 6 pm, shortly after another mishap where a gate collapsed, injuring two people, including a child.Authorities, including Deputy Commissioner Ayush Sinha and MD Tourism…
A swing collapse at the Surajkund Fair in Faridabad caused widespread panic. Approximately 13 people present at the scene were injured, six of whom were seriously injured. A police inspector was killed in the tragic incident. This tragedy highlights the challenges of maintaining safe and secure arrangements at the fair. Rescue operations were immediately initiated, and the injured were admitted to nearby hospitals.
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