National Desk, 1st May: Tragedy struck the Kariapatti area of Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu on May 1, as a powerful explosion rocked a stone quarry, leaving several feared dead and prompting demands for its permanent closure by local residents.
Caught on CCTV, the massive blast tore through a storage room suspected to have housed explosives, causing widespread devastation and raising concerns about safety protocols at the quarry.
Rescue teams swiftly mobilized to the scene, initiating efforts to clear debris and search for any survivors trapped under the rubble. The gravity of the situation underscores the urgent need for comprehensive rescue operations amid the grim aftermath of the explosion.
The incident has reignited long-standing grievances among local residents, who have voiced concerns about safety hazards associated with the quarry, including previous accidents involving overloaded trucks. Reports indicate that the quarry had faced temporary closure prior to the explosion, raising questions about its operational standards and regulatory oversight.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, the community is rallying for the permanent closure of the stone quarry, citing the need to prioritize public safety and prevent future disasters of this magnitude. The demand for decisive action underscores the collective resolve to hold accountable those responsible for the catastrophic explosion and ensure justice for the victims and their families.
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