Odisha Migrant Workers Perish in Andhra Quarry Collapse
Six Odisha migrant workers tragically lost their lives, and three others sustained injuries, following the collapse of a granite rock at a quarry in Andhra Pradesh’s Bapatla district on August 3, 2025.
Preliminary investigations by local police suggest water seepage may have weakened the rock formation, leading to the devastating incident.
Rescue operations were immediately launched following the collapse, with authorities recovering the bodies of the deceased and providing medical assistance to the injured.
Andhra Pradesh’s Chief Minister has ordered the provision of comprehensive medical care for the injured workers. A thorough investigation into the incident is underway to ascertain the exact cause and determine any lapses in safety protocols.
This tragic incident underscores the precarious working conditions faced by many migrant labourers across the country, highlighting the urgent need for stricter safety regulations and improved oversight in such industries. The families of the deceased are now grappling with immense grief and loss, while the injured fight for recovery. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of inadequate safety measures in the nation’s construction and mining sectors.
