News Desk, Amar Ujala, Rishikesh
Updated Sun, 22 Nov 2020 08:48 PM IST
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As soon as the information was received, the police administration and SDRF team left for the spot. According to Munikireeti Police Station RK Sakalani, one laborer was safe in the accident, while 13 were seriously injured.
According to Mr Pritanjay Sharma, Assistant Engineer, PWD National Highway Section, the accident occurred during the shuttering of the bridge. The bridge was to be slab on Monday. Half of the 90 meter bridge has already been built. Now 45 meters had to be built. The shuttering of the under construction part has fallen.
He informed that Raj Shyama Construction Company is working in this package. While the Government of India has appointed Ayolija Construction Pvt Ltd as a consultancy agency. Consultancy works under the supervision of the company. There were no complaints of work disturbances from the company.
At the same time, Public Works Department Secretary RK Sudhanshu has ordered the Chief Engineer of NH to investigate the accident. He said that action will be taken against the contractor in the case. The team has also been sent for investigation.
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