Nine migrant workers from Assam tragically lost their lives when an under-construction coal handling enclosure collapsed at the Ennore Supercritical Power Station on the outskirts of Chennai. The incident occurred within the premises of a Special Economic Zone (SEZ), leaving one worker injured and receiving treatment.
Dr J Radhakrishnan, Chairman and Managing Director of TANGEDCO, confirmed the tragedy, stating, “The grid fell on them from 45 feet high as they worked on a crane. It’s a coal handling shed, and work was ongoing to build a cover.”
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The injured worker was immediately rushed to Stanley Government Hospital in Chennai, approximately 15 kilometres from the site, and is reported to be in stable condition.
When questioned about safety measures, Dr Radhakrishnan assured that all workers had complied with required safety gear. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the collapse to determine the cause and ensure accountability.
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