Tragic Collapse at NTPC Plant: One Dead, Four Injured
A fatal accident occurred at the NTPC plant in Chhattisgarh, resulting in one death and four injuries after a platform collapsed. The incident took place in unit no 5 in Sipat village. The injured were admitted to local hospitals, and authorities are investigating the cause.
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A tragic incident at the National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) plant in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur district led to the death of a worker and injuries to four others. The collapse of a critical platform adds to safety concerns at industrial sites.
The mishap occurred in unit no 5 at the Sipat village plant, about 25 kilometers from the district center. Preliminary reports indicate the workers were on an 'air pre heater platform' when it gave way, leading to the unfortunate casualty of Shyam Sahu, 27, with four others injured.
Rescue efforts saw three of the injured admitted to the Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bilaspur, and another at Apollo Hospital. Authorities, including police and district administration, are on the scene conducting investigations to prevent future incidents.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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