Iron rods rained down on cars: Delhi airport roof collapse victims narrate horrific story of lucky escape
heavy rainfall of Friday morning, a canopy collapsed at the Terminal 1 of Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) and it resulted in the death of a cab driver and multiple injuries, severely disrupting flight operations.
Eyewitnesses recounted a near-catastrophe as approximately 100 people were present during the collapse, narrowly escaping harm when the canopy tilted before crashing down. The deceased, identified as Ramesh Kumar (45) from Vijay Vihar, Rohini, had just completed dropping off a passenger when the structure collapsed.
Legal and Technical Investigation
Authorities have registered a case under IPC Sections 304A and 337, focusing on negligence leading to death and endangerment of others' safety. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) has initiated a technical investigation through a specialized committee to determine the causes behind the canopy's collapse, originally erected in 2008-09.
Injured Individuals and Rescue Efforts
Among the injured are Santosh Kumar Yadav (28), Dasarath Ahirwar (25), Arvind (34), Sahil Sudan (27), and Yogesh Dhawan (44), including a cab driver, airport staff, and passengers. Three passengers reported minor injuries, while others required medical attention in various hospitals.
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