15 workers rescued, 12 hospitalised after iron slab collapses at construction site in Gandhinagar
A metal slab collapsed at a construction site in Kudasan, Gandhinagar on the night of September 9, 2026, prompting a rescue operation that saved fifteen workers, twelve of whom were hospitalized. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi and Health Minister Praful Pansheriya provided updates as authorities continued debris clearance.
- ✓A metal slab collapsed at a construction site in Kudasan, Gandhinagar on the night of September 9, 2026, prompting a rescue operation that saved fifteen workers, twelve of whom were hospitalized.
- ✓On September 9, 2026, a large metal slab gave way at an under‑construction building in the Kudasan area of Gandhinagar, triggering an emergency response.
- ✓The collapse occurred at approximately 9 p.m., trapping several laborers.
On September 9, 2026, a large metal slab gave way at an under‑construction building in the Kudasan area of Gandhinagar, triggering an emergency response. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi arrived at the site shortly after the incident and briefed reporters on the ongoing rescue efforts.
The collapse occurred at approximately 9 p.m., trapping several laborers. Rescue teams, including four fire brigades, police, and local administration, deployed cranes and electric cutters to remove the debris. Fifteen workers were extricated; twelve were admitted to Gandhinagar Civil Hospital for treatment of injuries such as back and leg fractures, while three were released without major harm. Health Minister Praful Pansheriya confirmed that five patients had been shifted to the hospital and were under medical observation.
The accident raises concerns about construction safety standards in Gujarat. Officials said the debris‑clearing operation would continue through the night to ensure no one remains trapped, and a probe into the cause of the slab failure has been launched.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | INDIA |
| Jurisdiction | GJ State |
| Publication Date | 9 September 2026 |