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Tragedy at MRO: Iron Gate Collapse Kills Guard
4 Oct
Summary
- A 46-year-old security guard died in the incident.
- A 21-year-old trainee sustained critical injuries.
- The 40-foot iron gate at the MRO facility collapsed unexpectedly.
A security guard lost his life and a trainee suffered severe injuries following the collapse of a 40-foot iron gate at the Indamer aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Mihan, Nagpur. The incident occurred on Saturday morning as staff were sliding the gate shut after an aircraft exited the hangar.
Kailash Chafekar, a 46-year-old security guard, was declared dead at AIIMS-Nagpur. Armaan Pradhan, a 21-year-old MRO trainee, remains in serious condition. Preliminary accounts suggest the gate may have been pulled with excessive force, causing a metal support to snap and the structure to topple.
Police have registered a case of accidental death and are investigating the exact circumstances, including how the gate moved beyond its supports and the integrity of its locking mechanism, rail, and wheels. The company has pledged to cover medical expenses and support the deceased's family.
