A police inspector lost his life and 13 others sustained injuries when a tsunami swing collapsed at the Surajkund Fair in Faridabad on Saturday. The tragic incident unfolded when the amusement ride broke down, trapping and injuring multiple visitors at the popular fair.
Police Inspector Jagdish Prasad, who rushed to the scene to rescue those injured, suffered severe injuries during the operation. He later succumbed to his wounds while attempting to save others.
Officials confirmed that a total of 13 people were injured in the accident. Following the incident, district officials including the Deputy Commissioner, the Managing Director of Tourism, and senior police officers arrived at the location. The area was immediately cordoned off to prevent any further accidents.
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A tragic incident occurred at the Surajkund International Crafts Mela in Faridabad, Haryana, on February 7, when a large swing collapsed around 6:15-7:00 PM IST.
The collapse injured 13 people, who were promptly taken to nearby hospitals… pic.twitter.com/ud7CvZlHgw
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini expressed his grief over the tragedy in a post on X. “I am deeply saddened by the accident that occurred during the Surajkund Mela in Faridabad. I express my heartfelt condolences to the family of the person who lost his life in this incident. At the same time, necessary directions have been issued to the concerned authorities for the appropriate and immediate treatment of the injured individuals. The Haryana government is fully committed, with utmost promptness and sensitivity, to providing all possible assistance to the injured and their families,” he stated.
Faridabad Deputy Commissioner Ayush Sinha provided details of the incident, saying, “At about 6.15 pm, an unfortunate incident occurred here. A joyride collapsed at Surajkund. In this incident, around 13 people were injured. They have been rushed to the hospital in an ambulance. A Police Inspector was declared dead. He had tried to save people when the joyride began tilting. But a part of the joyride hit him in the face and head. Others are under treatment. Action will be taken against the joyride operator FIR will be registered, and an investigation will be done.”
Earlier in the day, a gate at the food court had reportedly fallen due to strong winds. Authorities remained present at the site and further action was being taken based on the developing situation.
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