Sunkishala Retaining Wall Collapse: Govt Cover-Up Exposed

Shocking Live Video: Sunkishala Retaining Wall Collapse at Nagarjuna Sagar

Hyderabad August 08,2024

On August 1, the retaining wall of the Sunkishala project at Nagarjuna Sagar collapsed, leading to significant safety concerns. Despite the severity of the incident, the government initially kept it from the public. The wall’s collapse resulted in lakhs of cusecs of floodwater rushing into Nagarjuna Sagar. When the water level rose, the gate behind the protection wall and the tunnel were fully opened to manage the water flow, narrowly avoiding a major accident. The timing of the incident, coinciding with a labor shift change, helped prevent any loss of life.

The Sunkishala pump house was quickly submerged after the retaining wall, designed to prevent Sagar water from entering the tunnels, suddenly failed. The project, part of an initiative to transfer water from the dead storage of the Nagarjuna Sagar reservoir to meet Hyderabad’s drinking water needs, employs hundreds of laborers working in three shifts. Fortunately, there were no casualties as the incident occurred during a shift change.

The collapse of the retaining wall has raised serious questions about the safety and structural integrity of the Sunkishala project. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the collapse and to assess the extent of the damage. Initial findings point to possible official negligence, as the construction site showed signs of strain under heavy water flow. The investigation will focus on the quality of materials used and adherence to safety protocols during construction.

This event, which took place on August 1 at 6 am, was kept confidential by water board officials until now. The delayed disclosure has sparked public outrage, with many demanding accountability and transparency from the government. The incident has caused significant disruption to the construction schedule, and the project timeline will likely be extended as a result.

The Sunkishala project is vital for Hyderabad, as it aims to address the city’s growing demand for drinking water. The government has assured the public that steps will be taken to ensure the project’s timely completion and that safety measures will be reinforced to prevent such incidents in the future. Efforts are already underway to rebuild the collapsed wall and strengthen other vulnerable areas of the construction site.

In response to the incident, the government has promised a thorough review of all ongoing infrastructure projects to ensure that safety standards are being met. The water board has also committed to greater transparency and regular updates on the progress of the Sunkishala project.

The Sunkishala retaining wall collapse serves as a stark reminder of the importance of stringent safety measures and oversight in large-scale infrastructure projects. The government and involved agencies now face the challenge of restoring public trust and ensuring that such an incident does not occur again.