Gujarat: 7 labourers killed at construction site in Ahmedabad

Fire department officers inspect the spot where the lift collapsed, in Ahmedabad, on Wednesday. Pic/PTI

Seven labourers were killed and one was seriously injured after falling to the ground while working inside an elevator shaft at an under-construction building in Ahmedabad city on Wednesday morning, police said. The incident took place around 9.30 am.

"Six labourers who were working inside the elevator shaft on the 13th floor fell to the ground after the support structure suddenly collapsed," said Assistant Commissioner of Police L B Zala.

"Two others who were working on the fifth floor also fell down after losing balance. Seven of them died while one is undergoing treatment," he added.

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Preliminary probe revealed that necessary safety measures were not in place and appropriate action will be taken if any negligence is found on the part of the contractor, Zala said.

Ahmedabad Mayor Kirit Parmar said police will take necessary action against the builders if they are found to have violated any laws.

None of the victims had any safety gear, said a witness.

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