Tsunami ride collapses at Surajkund Mela, 1 dead, 13 injured
Tsunami ride collapses at Surajkund Mela, 1 dead, 13 injured
A giant Tsunami swing at Surajkund Mela in Faridabad collapsed mid-air, leaving a police inspector dead and 13 injured as investigators probe the incident.
A Tsunami ride at the Surajkund Mela in Faridabad collapsed mid-air after a supporting pillar failed, sending riders tumbling to the ground. Eyewitness video captured moments before the tilt as the structure buckled and came crashing down.
In the chaos, a police inspector on duty was killed and 13 others were injured, officials said. Emergency teams rushed to the site as fair organizers paused rides on the midway.
Authorities ordered a rapid probe into the incident and the maintenance history of the ride. Haryana Tourism Minister Arvind Sharma visited the spot, assuring strict action against those found responsible and promising a thorough investigation of the entire affair.
The Surajkund Mela, a major regional event, drew crowds to the fairgrounds, and questions are being raised about ride safety checks and safety protocols for large attractions. Investigators will examine the ride’s structural integrity, operator records, and compliance with safety standards.
As the investigation unfolds, families and spectators await answers and accountability, while officials emphasize that safety at large gatherings must be a priority to prevent recurrences.
