Archive · 21 May 2025
Sivaganga Quarry Rockslide Kills Five Workers
A rockslide happened at a stone quarry in Sivaganga, causing a tragedy.
Five workers sadly lost their lives when rocks fell on them.
Another worker was hurt.
Rescue teams worked to find the workers.
The government is helping the families of those who died and the injured worker.
The police are looking into what caused the rockslide, and some leaders want to ensure this never happens again and are demanding justice.
Five workers died and one was severely injured in a rockslide.
The incident took place at the Mega Blue Metals stone quarry.
Rescue operations involved fire and rescue services and the National Disaster Response Force.
The SS Kottai police have registered a case against the quarry owner.
The government announced compensation for the deceased and injured workers.
- Who
- Five workers died, one injured in the rockslide.
- What
- A rockslide occurred at a stone quarry.
- When
- Tuesday morning.
- Where
- Mallakottai near Singampunari in Sivaganga district.
- Why
- The cause of the rockslide is under investigation.
Demands for Accountability
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Calls for Investigation and Action
Demands for Accountability
PMK founder Dr. S Ramadoss and AMMK leader T.T.V. Dhinakaran demanded a thorough probe and action against stone quarry owners and employees who flouted rules.
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Compensation Demands
Demands for Accountability
PMK founder Dr. S Ramadoss sought compensation of Rs 25 lakh each to the families of the deceased.
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- Location
- Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu
- Fatalities
- Five
- Injured
- One
- Quarry Name
- Mega Blue Metals
- Owner
- A Megavarnan
- Compensation
- Rs 4 lakh to families, Rs 1 lakh for injured
