On February 14, a tragic incident occurred in Mumbai’s Mulund area when a section of a parapet from an under-construction metro bridge collapsed, striking both an auto rickshaw and a car on LBS Road. This accident resulted in one fatality and injuries to three others, prompting discussions about construction safety and urban infrastructure.
The deceased has been identified as Ramdhan Yadav, while Rajkumar Indrajeet Yadav, aged 45, remains in critical condition in an intensive care unit. The other injured individuals, Mahendra Pratap Yadav, 52, and Deepa Ruhiya, 40, are reported to be stable. Local authorities are closely monitoring their recovery.
In response to the incident, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) announced that an inquiry has been initiated to establish the cause of the parapet’s collapse. The authority has committed to reviewing construction safety protocols to prevent such incidents in the future. An official statement confirmed that at around 12:15 PM, a segment of the parapet fell near Pier P196 and hit a passing auto rickshaw. Emergency medical assistance was provided promptly, and those injured were transported to a nearby hospital.
Maharashtra’s Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, expressed condolences and emphasized that a thorough investigation will be conducted. He assured that the state government along with MMRDA would cover the medical expenses of the injured. Fadnavis also mentioned that the investigation will focus on safety measures followed during the construction.
Mumbai’s Deputy Mayor, Sanjay Ghadi, confirmed the details of the incident, reiterating that legal action would be taken against anyone found responsible. He highlighted the seriousness of the situation, noting that two individuals remained in critical condition while the others were receiving necessary medical care. The local government is taking the matter seriously, and further inquiries will be spearheaded to ensure accountability in the construction processes.