Student Killed, 14 Injured as Lighting Pole Collapses During Dandiya Event in Hyderabad
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A 19-year-old engineering student died and 14 others were injured after a large lighting structure collapsed during a Dandiya celebration at MVSR Engineering College in Nadargul, on the outskirts of Hyderabad, Telangana, on Saturday evening, October 17. The incident took place when students were taking part in the celebrations on the college campus. The injured students were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The student who died was reportedly identified as Sona, a first-year engineering student from Wanaparthy district. According to preliminary reports, strong winds may have caused the heavy structure supporting the lights to fall on the students. Police have started an investigation into the incident.
Strong Winds Cause Lighting Structure to Fall
According to police, the lighting structure collapsed during the Dandiya programme, which was organised as part of the college's annual technical and cultural festival, Sangamam. A large number of students had gathered at the venue to take part in the celebrations.
The structure fell on students who were dancing nearby, causing panic at the event. Students and college staff rushed to help those trapped or injured under the fallen structure.
Sona was seriously injured and was taken to a nearby private hospital. However, she reportedly died while receiving treatment. Her sister, Meena Narayan Das, was also among those injured and was taken to a hospital for medical care.
Chief Minister Orders Investigation
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy expressed sadness over the student's death and offered condolences to her family. He directed officials to ensure that the injured received proper medical care.
The Chief Minister reportedly asked officials to identify those responsible for the incident and take strict action against them. Police are investigating how the lighting structure collapsed and whether proper safety measures were followed during the event.
The incident has raised concerns about safety arrangements at large college events, especially when heavy lighting equipment is installed in areas where students gather.
