Shocking live video: Nagarjuna Sagar retaining wall collapses
Retaining wall at the Sunkisala project of Nagarjuna Sagar Dam collapses, narrowly avoiding casualties. State Government accused of cover-up.;
HYDERABAD: A shocking incident occurred on August 1 at the Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, where a retaining wall of the Sunkishala project collapsed, as seen in a live video. The incident, reportedly covered up by authorities, has raised serious concerns about safety standards.
The retaining wall, built to prevent water from entering the tunnels, crumbled, instantly flooding the Sunkisala pump house. The incident occurred during a shift change for the hundreds of workers at the site, narrowly avoiding a major tragedy.
Sources allege that the government was aware of the potential risks, particularly given the high water levels in the dam and the anticipated influx of floodwater. The decision to open the tunnel gate fully before the completion of the protective wall has been identified as a critical factor contributing to the collapse.
The Sunkishala project is crucial for transferring Krishna River water from the Nagarjuna Sagar reservoir's dead storage to meet Hyderabad's drinking water needs. The incident has raised concerns about the project's safety and the alleged attempts to suppress information about the incident.