Odisha Cement Plant Collapse Leaves Three Workers Trapped, Rescue Efforts Continue
A coal hopper collapse at Dalmia Bharat Cement factory in Sundargarh has prompted extensive rescue operations, with 64 workers saved and three still missing.
- A coal hopper, a large iron structure used for storing coal, collapsed inside the Dalmia Bharat Cement factory in Rajgangpur, Odisha, trapping workers under heavy debris.
- Rescue teams, including six firefighter units and Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF), have successfully rescued 64 workers, but three remain unaccounted for.
- Authorities, including Sundargarh MLA Rajen Ekka, have called for an investigation into the incident, demanding accountability from factory management and safety officials.
- Family members of the trapped workers and other laborers have gathered outside the plant, voicing concerns and seeking updates on the rescue efforts.
- Company officials have stated that safety protocols are under review, and an internal investigation has been launched to prevent similar accidents in the future.
Hindustan Times 