The boundary wall of an Indian Oil petrol pump in Manish Nagar collapsed on Wednesday, December 4, due to ongoing excavation work for a nearby flat scheme. The incident caused extensive damage to petrol lines, resulting in financial losses estimated to be in lakhs of rupees.
Fortunately, no casualties were reported. However, the incident has raised serious concerns about adherence to safety protocols during construction activities in residential areas.
The petrol pump is currently operating partially as repair work is being carried out. Local authorities have been notified, and an investigation is underway to determine whether the excavation adhered to mandated safety guidelines.
Further updates on the investigation and the status of the petrol pump are awaited.