Monday, May 24, 2010

Jhansi power plant collapse kills five

At least 5 people are feared dead and more than 100 labourers are suspected to be trapped under the debris of the 220 metre under-construction chimney of the 2x250 mw Parichha Extension thermal power station collapsed in Jhansi district in Bundelkhand region on Monday. The chimney, which was being built by the National Building Construction Company (NBCC) at the cost of Rs 30 crore, was almost near completion.

Although the mishap took place during lunch break when most labourers were having food under the chimney to avoid the blazing sun, rescue operations started late in the evening.

more at:
http://www.financialexpress.com/news/Jhansi-power-plant-collapse-kills-five/623047/

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