CHENNAI: The operator of a JCB excavator was killed when a decorative arch near Madurai's Mattuthavani area unexpectedly fell onto the machine during demolition. A clip from the site shows the machine lying in a heap under the collapsed structure.
According to a Maalaimalar report, the arch was being demolished using a JCB excavator, following a court order. The arch was causing traffic obstruction.
As demolition was under way, the structure fell atop the machine, killing the excavator operator on the spot. Another on-site contractor sustained severe injuries.
The police have initiated an investigation into the incident.
Meanwhile, local residents have alleged a lack of proper procedures during the demolition operation.
#WATCH | Tamil Nadu: One person injured after a structure collapsed during the demolition of an arch, onto the JCB that was involved in the work. JCB driver trapped under the debris, rescue operation underway: Madurai Police(Video source - Police) pic.twitter.com/6OI3hplwAp