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Preparations are in full swing in Mayanagari Mumbai for the upcoming Ganeshotsav, but in the meantime a very sad and heart-wrenching incident has come to light. In the city, a huge idol of Lord Ganesha was being taken from the sculptor’s workshop to the puja pandal by a public troop, when suddenly the heavy idol fell down due to loss of balance of the trolley. In this tragic accident, two people died on the spot after being buried under the statue, while 5 other devotees were seriously injured. After the accident, there was screams in the entire area and the festive atmosphere turned into mourning.
Accident occurred due to loss of balance, people buried under debris and structure
According to eyewitnesses, Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal workers and devotees were taking out ‘Aagaman Sohla’ (arrival procession) of the huge idol of Ganpati Bappa with drums, cards and cheers. When the trolley was being moved forward, avoiding the narrow road, electric wires and potholes, suddenly the statue lost its balance due to a jerk in a part of the road. Within no time, the heavy statue, several feet high, fell heavily on the workers and devotees standing nearby.
Local people and police started relief and rescue work
As soon as the accident occurred, the local people, policemen and other workers of the division present nearby immediately tried to remove the debris and pull out the people buried under the heavy structure. The injured were immediately taken to the nearest municipal hospital. Doctors declared two youths dead, while five other seriously injured persons are undergoing treatment in the emergency ward. The condition of some of the injured is said to be critical.
Police registered the case, ordered investigation
As soon as information about the accident was received, senior Mumbai Police officers and local administrative staff reached the spot. The police evacuated the area and smoothened the traffic and took possession of the damaged area and started investigation. The police are thoroughly investigating whether safety standards, strength of ropes and speed limits were followed during the transportation of the statue. Along with this, detailed interrogation of the organizers and the trolley driver is also being done.
Security Advisory for Festival Committees and Boards
Following this heart-wrenching incident, various public Ganeshotsav coordination committees and civic administration of Mumbai have appealed to all the circles to exercise utmost caution while transporting heavy and tall idols:
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Pre-Inspection of Route: Before taking the statue, the entire road, potholes on the roads, hanging branches of trees and overhead electric wires should be surveyed in advance.
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Secure Locking System: The statue should be completely stabilized on hydraulic trolleys or vehicles with strong steel cables and locking clamps.
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Proper distance in procession: While carrying the huge statue, the general public and workers should be instructed to maintain a certain safe distance from the moving vehicle.