One person died and eight others were injured when a portion of the roof at Terminal-1 of Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport collapsed under heavy rainfall. The incident, which happened amidst incessant rains in the national capital, also caused disruptions in flight departures and traffic in the area. While rescue operations are still ongoing, the Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, has personally assured that the situation is being monitored and that passengers will be offered alternate flights.
Indira Gandhi International Airport Roof Collapse: One Dead, Eight Injured
New Delhi, July 18, 2023
A portion of the roof at Terminal-1 of Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport collapsed under heavy rainfall on Tuesday evening, killing one person and injuring eight others. The incident occurred amidst incessant rains in the national capital, causing disruptions in flight departures and traffic in the area.
According to airport officials, the collapse occurred around 7:30 pm, when the roof of the departure area of Terminal-1 gave way due to excessive rainfall. One person, identified as Jagdish, a porter, was killed in the incident, while eight others sustained injuries. The injured were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
Background
Terminal-1 of Indira Gandhi International Airport is one of the largest airport terminals in India, handling both domestic and international flights. It was constructed in the 1980s and has undergone several renovations over the years.
In 2010, a portion of the roof of Terminal-3 of the airport collapsed during construction, killing two workers. The collapse was attributed to heavy rainfall and poor construction quality.
Rescue and Recovery Operations
Rescue operations were immediately launched after the collapse, with firefighters, police, and airport staff rushing to the scene. The injured were extricated from the debris and taken to hospital. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was also deployed to assist in the rescue efforts.
The roof collapse caused significant disruption to flight departures, with several flights being delayed or canceled. The affected portion of the terminal has been cordoned off for safety reasons. The airport authorities are working to restore operations as soon as possible.
Government Response
Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, visited the airport and met with the injured victims and their families. He assured them of all possible support from the government and directed the airport authorities to ensure that passengers are provided with alternate flights.
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, expressed grief over the loss of life and extended his condolences to the bereaved family. He also directed the authorities to provide all necessary assistance to the affected passengers.
FAQs
1. What caused the roof collapse? The roof collapse was likely caused by excessive rainfall and poor construction quality.
2. How many people were injured? Eight people were injured in the collapse.
3. Is the airport still operational? Yes, the airport is still operational, but some flights have been delayed or canceled.
4. What is being done to restore operations? The affected portion of the terminal has been cordoned off and the airport authorities are working to restore operations as soon as possible.
5. What is the government response to the incident? The Union Minister of Civil Aviation has visited the airport and assured all possible support from the government. The Prime Minister has expressed grief over the loss of life and extended his condolences to the bereaved family.
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