Tonnes of metal came crashing down at this construction site in Alandur. Photo: R. Shivaji Rao
This picture shows the counter-weight that was supposed to hold the girder in place. Photo: M. Srinath
The launching girder is an iron structure used to place concrete piles between pillars along the elevated corridor. Photo: R. Shivaji Rao
Accidents happen despite our best efforts to avoid them, said V. Somasundaram, chief general manager (construction), CMRL. Photo: R. Shivaji Rao
Where the girder hit the ground. A picture of snapped wires and failed safety. Photo: R. Shivaji Rao
Safety is a crucial issue in CMRL work, considering a large part of the construction takes place near thickly populated areas. Photo: M. Srinath