“19-Year-Old Labourer Killed and Seven Injured in Mall Roof Collapse in Ghaziabad: Amit Saini Identified as Deceased”

Accident – death – Obituary News : 19-Year-Old Labourer killed and Seven Injured in Mall Roof Collapse

Ghaziabad, UK – Tragedy struck in Ghaziabad on Monday as a 19-year-old labourer lost his life while seven others sustained injuries after a section of the roof in an under-construction mall collapsed. The incident occurred at Gaur Aerocity in the Sikandarpur outpost area, falling under the jurisdiction of the Teela Mod police station. The deceased has been identified as Amit Saini, a resident of Manota village in Amroha.

According to officials, the incident took place in the intervening night of Sunday and Monday. The workers were unfortunate victims of the lantern falling from the second floor. Out of the eight workers injured, one is in critical condition. They were immediately rushed to the hospital, where doctors declared Amit dead. The remaining injured workers were admitted to Yashoda Hospital, and their condition is said to be stable, according to Siddhartha Gautam, ACP of Shalimar Garden.

An FIR has been registered against the construction company, Aditya Infra Pvt. Ltd., and a contractor named Rajesh, under IPC sections 304-A (Causing death by negligence) and 288 (Negligent conduct with respect to pulling down or repairing buildings). Authorities have initiated an investigation to determine if there were any lapses in safety protocols at the construction site. A decision on whether to make an arrest will be taken at a later stage. The ACP mentioned that there is no information regarding any compensation offered by the company.

Harpal Saini, father of the deceased, revealed that Amit had been working at the site for the past 10 days. He was involved in shuttering work when the entire shuttering and lantern collapsed, burying him under the debris. Harpal blames the faulty shuttering prepared by the contractor and the construction company for his son’s demise.

This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to safety protocols at construction sites. It is crucial for companies and contractors to prioritize the well-being of their workers and ensure that all necessary precautions are taken to prevent such accidents.

The investigation into this incident will shed light on whether negligence played a role in the roof collapse. Authorities will analyze the safety measures implemented by Aditya Infra Pvt. Ltd. and the contractor, Rajesh. The outcome of this investigation will determine the next course of action, including possible arrests or legal action against those responsible.

The news of this unfortunate incident has left the community in shock and grief. As the family mourns the loss of their loved one, it is hoped that justice will be served, and steps will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

In conclusion, the collapse of the roof in the under-construction mall in Ghaziabad has claimed the life of a young labourer and left seven others injured. The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols at construction sites and the need for strict adherence to prevent such tragic events. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of the deceased during this difficult time..