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Three employees sustained injuries after a section of ceiling plaster collapsed inside the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking's Majas bus depot in Mumbai. The incident occurred while maintenance work was underway at the facility, prompting authorities to rush the injured workers to hospital for treatment. Following the accident, BEST officials initiated an inspection of the affected structure and began assessing the condition of the depot. The incident has renewed concerns over the maintenance and structural safety of ageing public infrastructure across Mumbai.
Three workers were injured after a portion of the ceiling plaster gave way inside the BEST undertaking's Majas depot in Mumbai. The incident occurred during routine operations at the depot, where maintenance staff were carrying out their duties when debris from the ceiling suddenly fell.
The injured employees were immediately provided medical assistance and shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Officials said the workers sustained injuries but were attended to promptly after the incident. Their condition is being monitored while authorities continue to review the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Following the collapse, BEST officials inspected the affected portion of the depot and cordoned off the area to prevent further risks. A detailed technical assessment has been initiated to determine whether structural deterioration, water seepage or other maintenance-related issues contributed to the plaster falling from the ceiling.
The Majas depot is one of the key operational facilities used for the maintenance and servicing of Mumbai's public bus fleet. Any disruption at such depots can affect operational efficiency, making the structural safety of these facilities an important aspect of public transport management.
The incident has once again highlighted the need for regular structural audits and preventive maintenance of ageing public buildings. Many transport depots, municipal offices and other civic structures in Mumbai have been in use for several decades and require periodic inspections to identify signs of wear and deterioration before they pose safety risks.
Experts have often stressed that routine maintenance becomes especially important during the monsoon season, when prolonged exposure to moisture can weaken building materials and accelerate structural damage. Timely repairs and condition assessments are considered essential to minimise workplace hazards.
BEST is expected to complete its inquiry into the incident and undertake any repair work recommended after the structural inspection. The findings may also lead to broader reviews of maintenance practices across other depots to ensure safer working conditions for employees and uninterrupted transport operations.
Source PTI
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