Tragedy Strikes as Crane Collapse Claims 20 Lives at Indian Highway Construction Site

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Source: Al Jazeera English
Tragedy Strikes as Crane Collapse Claims 20 Lives at Indian Highway Construction Site
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At least 20 workers were killed and three injured when a crane collapsed at a highway construction site in the Thane region of Maharashtra state, India. The crane toppled onto concrete slabs, causing debris to fall on laborers. Rescue teams from the National Disaster Response Force, fire department, and police are working to remove debris and rescue trapped individuals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and announced relief assistance for the affected families.

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