Chennai, Jun 13 (PTI) Two girders collapsed unexpectedly and an investigation will be conducted to ascertain its cause, the Chennai Metro Rail Limited has said and it confirmed the death of a man in the accident.
The girders (I-girders) that had been erected a week ago near the L&T Head office main gate in Manapakkam here collapsed unexpectedly when one of its supporting “A-frames gave way by slipping,” a statement issued late last night said.
The CMRL (Chennai Metro Rail Limited) along with its contractors removed the debris on a war footing and investigation will be conducted to ascertain the cause of the collapse.
On Thursday night, the girders fell down on a two-wheeler rider who was crossing that location and he was trapped under the concrete structure and he was initially feared dead.
The CMRL statement added: “It’s with regret that we confirm one fatality from the incident. A thorough investigation is forthcoming.” PTI VGN VGN KH
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