Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath Orders Action After Mathura Water Tank Collapse

The Uttar Pradesh government, following Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s instructions, has taken stern action in the tank collapse case in Mathura. The incident occurred on Sunday when a 2500 KL/20-meter capacity water tank in Krishna Vihar Colony collapsed.

Immediate Actions Taken

The Uttar Pradesh Jal Nigam (Urban) has suspended three officials and filed FIRs against three firms: SM Construction, Banwari, and Trilok Singh Rawat. A high-level investigation committee has been formed to probe the incident thoroughly.

Details of the Incident

Two women lost their lives, and 13 people were injured, with one in critical condition. The collapse also damaged nearby houses and cars. Rescue operations are ongoing, with police, NDRF, SDRF, and other emergency services deployed at the site.

Further Investigations

An inquiry committee chaired by the Chief Engineer of Ghaziabad region, UP Jal Nigam (Urban), has been formed to investigate technical deficiencies. Esteemed institutions like IIT Delhi or IIT Kanpur will assist in the investigation.