Gujarat Ropeway Collapse: At least six people died after a trolley carrying construction material for the ropeway broke down in Gujarat’s Pavagadh on Saturday, September 6. Panchmahal Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Harsh Dudhaat confirmed the incident and stated that six people were killed in the tragic incident. Relief and rescue efforts are currently underway.
The incident occurred around 3 pm, when a trolley carrying construction material collapsed at the Pavagadh Hill Temple in Panchmahal district. Reportedly, the cable wire of the cargo ropeway snapped, leading to the fatal accident. Visuals from the site show the ropeway carriage along with cranes and other rescue and relief equipment.
Resident Additional Collector JJ Patel said, “A ropeway met with an accident at the Pavagadh Yatra marg at 3 pm, claiming 6 lives. A police inquiry is underway. Administration officials are at the spot and further action is underway.”
Panchmahal, Gujarat | Six people died after a trolley carrying construction material for the ropeway in Pavagadh broke down: Panchmahal DSP Dr. Harsh Dudhaat
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Gujarat Minister Rushikesh Patel Reacts
Gujarat Minister Rushikesh Patel reacted on the Panchmahal ropeway accident and stated that primary report will be submitted to the government. According to Patel, near tower no. 1, the wire of a bogie carrying six labourers broke, and the entire bogie fell down, killing all six.
“In Pavagadh, one ropeway is for passengers and the other is to transport goods. According to primary information, near tower no. 1, the wire of a bogie carrying six labourers broke, and the entire bogie fell down. The six labourers who were riding it died… All their bodies have been recovered, and it has also been sent for post-mortem. The Collector has set up a committee, and a primary report will be submitted to the government. Accordingly, the next steps will be taken,” the minister said.
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An investigation has begun to ascertain the cause of the incident. Initial reports suggest a technical fault in the ropeway. This accident has raised serious questions on the security arrangements of the development work going on in Pavagadh. Pavagadh hill temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali and stands at a height of around 800 metres. Pilgrims either climb 2000 steps to reach the temple or use the cable cars.
#WATCH | Panchmahal, Gujarat | Six people died after a trolley carrying construction material for the ropeway in Pavagadh broke down
(Visuals from the spot) pic.twitter.com/Jatv4IwLdy
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