Rider Injured in Fall at Hazardous Santhekatte Underpass Site
By Renata Fernandes31 October 20248:41 am
A two-wheeler rider was injured after losing control and plunging into a ditch at the underpass construction site in Santhekatte. The rider became trapped between the service road and a safety wall, with open spaces left exposed due to ongoing construction work.
This incident underscores rising safety concerns as the second phase of construction advances. Reports reveal that safety sheets initially installed along the road have been removed, leaving the area unguarded. With active vehicle movement on nearby service roads, the lack of barriers poses significant accident risks for motorists and pedestrians alike.
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