Surat Water Tank Collapses on First Trial; 7 Arrested, CM Orders Strict Action
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News18•21-01-2026, 22:36
Surat Water Tank Collapses on First Trial; 7 Arrested, CM Orders Strict Action
- •A newly constructed 15-meter-high water tank in Tadkeshwar village, Surat, built at a cost of Rs 21 crore, collapsed during its first trial run.
- •The tank, part of Gujarat's Gaypagla Group Water Supply Scheme, crumbled after being filled with 900,000 litres of water, injuring three labourers.
- •The incident sparked widespread concern and criticism on social media regarding the quality of construction and alleged corruption.
- •Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel ordered strict action against contractors and officials, emphasizing no compromise on construction quality.
- •Seven individuals, including contractors from Jayanti Super Construction and Mars Planning Pvt. Ltd., along with a site engineer and executive engineer, have been arrested by Surat Rural police.
Why It Matters: A Rs 21 crore water tank in Surat collapsed during its first trial, leading to 7 arrests and CM's strict action.
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