Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Tunnel Collapse Near Mhow Claims Lives of Two Construction Workers
Imagine workers building a tunnel for a new road.
Suddenly, a part of the tunnel fell down because of heavy rain.
Two workers were sadly hurt, and they passed away.
The tunnel was meant to make it faster to travel.
Now, the people in charge are checking if the builders were being safe.
It also makes people worry about other buildings being built in the area.
A tunnel under construction near Mhow collapsed due to heavy rainfall.
Two workers died, one on the spot and the other at a hospital.
The tunnel is part of the Indore-Ichhapur National Highway project.
Officials are investigating whether safety protocols were followed.
The incident has raised concerns about construction safety in the region.
- Who
- Two workers, Vikas Rai and Lalji Kaul, died in the collapse.
- What
- A section of an under-construction tunnel collapsed.
- When
- Around 4 a.m. on Wednesday.
- Where
- Near Choral on the Indore-Ichhapur National Highway.
- Why
- Persistent heavy rainfall loosened the soil, causing the collapse; investigation is ongoing.
Workers' Safety
Construction Company
Safety Regulations vs. Unforeseen Events
Workers' Safety
Proper safety measures are a must for construction sites.
Construction Company
The incident occurred due to unforeseen circumstances, such as heavy rain.
- Incident Location
- Near Choral, Madhya Pradesh
- Project
- Indore-Ichhapur National Highway tunnel
- Casualties
- 2 fatalities
- Construction Firm
- Hyderabad-based private firm
- Cause
- Heavy rainfall
- Planned Completion
- June 2026