Video: Mumbai Metro Slab Falls In Mira Bhayandar, School Van Narrowly Misses Falling Debris

If construction work has no strict safety measures, it can be dangerous. At construction sites, safety should always be a priority. Now, an under-construction Metro Line 9 site in Mira Road has raised questions about safety after construction material suddenly fell. Read to know more! 

Granite Stone At Mumbai’s Metro Line 9 Site Falls On Road 

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Many videos are going viral online, revealing that a part of a metro slab had fallen near a school vehicle in Mira Road. However, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) later clarified that no granite stones hit any school vehicle. Also, thankfully, there were no students inside the vehicle at the time. 

As per News18, MMRDA said the terrifying incident took place around 11:50 AM while workers were clearing debris and moving materials at Medetiya Nagar Station. A crane carrying a material basket accidentally hit some granite stones stacked near the Foot Over Bridge (FOB) area. As a result, some granite stones fell into the barricaded work area. Though it didn’t hurt anyone, a passing vehicle’s tyre got punctured. 

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How Much Penalty Was Imposed?

Soon after the incident, MMRDA took action against the agencies involved in the Mumbai Metro Line 9 construction work. News18 reported that J. Kumar Infraprojects Ltd. was fined ₹10 crore, N.A. Gajanan was fined ₹1.5 crore, and Systra-CEG was fined ₹1 crore. The total penalty is ₹12.5 crore.

The incident has raised concerns among people online. Many users questioned whether it is safe to travel near ongoing construction work. Some also pointed out the risks of carrying out such projects near busy roads. 

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