Politics · India Bureau
Stage collapse injures four at Kerala Wildlife Week event
Four people, including three police officers and a technician, sustained injuries when a temporary stage structure gave way at a Wildlife Week celebration in Thekkady. The incident occurred shortly after Forest Minister Shibu Baby John inaugurated the event, narrowly avoiding a larger disaster.
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A stage set up for Wildlife Week celebrations in Thekkady, Kerala, collapsed on Wednesday, leaving four people injured. The mishap involved three police personnel and a light-and-sound technician who were present at the venue when the structure failed.
The collapse occurred minutes after Forest Minister Shibu Baby John formally inaugurated the event, according to officials. Had the incident taken place during the ceremony when more attendees were present, the consequences could have been significantly more severe.
The injured were providing immediate medical attention at the scene. Authorities are investigating the cause of the structural failure, with preliminary focus on the temporary stage's construction and safety standards.
Thekkady, a popular wildlife destination and part of the Periyar Tiger Reserve, hosts regular celebrations to promote conservation awareness. Wildlife Week commemorates India's national wildlife efforts and environmental protection initiatives across the country.