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Tirupati suspends town planners after crane collapse kills three workers
A preliminary inquiry into a fatal construction accident in Tirupati has found planning violations by the builder, prompting authorities to suspend two municipal officers. The investigation also raised concerns about the structural integrity of an adjacent school building.
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Two town planning officers in Tirupati have been suspended following a crane accident that claimed three lives on DBR Hospital Road, officials said. A preliminary inquiry determined that the builder had excavated beyond the permitted construction area and violated setback norms governing building proximity to boundaries.
The Municipal Commissioner ordered the suspension after the investigation revealed significant procedural lapses in project oversight. Town planning authorities are responsible for enforcing building regulations and monitoring compliance with approved construction plans.
Beyond the immediate disciplinary action, the incident has prompted a broader safety review. The Commissioner has directed a structural integrity assessment of a municipal school building located adjacent to the accident site, raising questions about potential risks posed by the unauthorized construction work.
The crane collapse represents a significant lapse in construction safety supervision in the temple city. Authorities have not disclosed the identity of the builder or details of ongoing investigations into the accident.