Amreli, Gujarat – A tragic incident unfolded at a warehouse in Gujarat’s Amreli district on Tuesday when a stack of wheat sacks collapsed, resulting in the death of one worker and leaving four others injured.
A viral video circulating on social media captures the moment laborers were unloading wheat sacks when the entire stack suddenly gave way, burying several workers beneath the heavy load. The video has raised serious concerns about safety standards in warehouses.
According to initial police investigations, the accident occurred due to improper handling of the wheat sacks and a lack of adequate safety protocols in place. Five workers were at the scene, attempting to unload the sacks when one slipped from the bottom, triggering the collapse.
Fellow workers rushed to rescue those trapped, but one worker had already succumbed to his injuries by the time they were pulled out. The injured were immediately taken to a nearby hospital, where they are currently receiving medical attention.
Authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the incident and sent the deceased worker’s body for a post-mortem examination. Officials have stated that action will be taken based on the findings, with a focus on addressing the absence of proper safety measures at the site.
