Tragedy in Mumbai: JCB Operator Still Missing After 17 Days, CM Visits Site
A 38-year-old JCB operator remains untraceable after 17 days of being buried under debris during tunnel shaft excavation work for the Surya Water Supply Project in Vasai, Mumbai.
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The incident occurred on the night of May 29 when the operator, Rakesh Yadav, was lowering the machine into the shaft to excavate material during the tunnelling process to connect the underground pipeline to the Thane creek. However, the soil gave away, and the wall structure collapsed, causing the machine to plunge to the bottom of the shaft along with the operator.
The police and fire brigade were alerted, and teams from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) reached the spot to start rescue operations. Despite their best efforts, the teams have been unable to trace the operator even after 17 days.
During his visit, the Chief Minister informed that armed forces and coast guards have been roped in to assist the NDRF and fire brigade personnel in the rescue operation with the help of advanced equipment. A team from the Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI) has also conducted an inspection to assess the site conditions and structural stability.
The Surya Water Supply Project is part of MMRDA's bulk water supply scheme to provide 403 MLD (million litres per day) of water, which will be divided between Mira-Bhayandar and Vasai-Virar in a proportion of 218 MLD and 185 MLD, respectively. The project involves laying 176 km pipelines, 23 elevated storage reservoirs, and 38 feeder mains.
Rakesh Yadav, a native of Uttar Pradesh, was the sole breadwinner of his family comprising parents, wife, and three children. His family has been devastated by the incident, and his father has alleged that the rescue operation was withdrawn four days ago only to be recommenced ahead of the CM's visit.
Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is a statutory body established under the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority Act, 1974. The authority is responsible for planning, coordination, and supervision of infrastructure development in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mumbai, India. The company is involved in various sectors, including construction, engineering, and manufacturing.
Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI) is a public engineering institute located in Mumbai, India. The institute offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various engineering disciplines and is known for its research activities in the field of engineering and technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the JCB operator in Mumbai?
The JCB operator, Rakesh Yadav, was buried under debris during tunnel shaft excavation work for the Surya Water Supply Project in Vasai, Mumbai, and remains untraceable even after 17 days.
What is the Surya Water Supply Project?
The Surya Water Supply Project is a bulk water supply scheme to provide 403 MLD (million litres per day) of water to Mira-Bhayandar and Vasai-Virar areas in Mumbai.
Who is involved in the rescue operation?
The rescue operation involves teams from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), fire brigade, armed forces, and coast guards.
What is the current status of the rescue operation?
Despite the best efforts of the rescue teams, the JCB operator remains untraceable even after 17 days of the incident.
What is the compensation offered to the family of the JCB operator?
The L&T has been instructed to provide a compensation of Rs. 50 lakh to the family of the JCB operator, apart from offering a job to a member of the Yadav family in their company.
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