8 months ago
Chimney Collapse at Brick Factory Kills Four in Tripura
A big chimney at a brick factory in Tripura suddenly fell down on December 18.
Four workers died, and many others got hurt.
People nearby tried to help before the rescue teams arrived.
The government is looking into why this happened to make sure it doesn't happen again.
The Chief Minister said he is sorry and will help the families of those who died and the injured workers.
A chimney at ABC Brick Industry collapsed in Kamalpur, Tripura, killing four workers and injuring several others.
Three workers died on the spot, and one succumbed to injuries later.
Local residents and fellow workers initially assisted in rescuing trapped individuals before emergency teams arrived.
The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and local police launched rescue and relief operations, cordoning off the area.
An investigation has been initiated to determine the cause of the collapse and assess compliance with safety norms.
- Who
- Workers at ABC Brick Industry and local residents
- What
- Chimney collapse at a brick factory
- Where
- Kamalpur sub-division, Dhalai district, Tripura
- When
- December 18, 2023
- Why
- Cause under investigation; preliminary reports indicate no prior indication of risk
Key facts
- Location
- Kamalpur sub-division, Dhalai district, Tripura
- Date
- December 18
- Fatalities
- 4
- Injured
- Several
- Rescue Teams
- State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and local police
- Investigation
- Initiated to determine cause and compliance with safety norms
- Chief Minister's Response
- Expressed grief, sympathies to families, and directed proper medical care for injured
