Eight Injured in Lift Collapse at Kinara Grand Hotel in Hyderabad
Tragedy struck at the Kinara Grand Hotel in Nagole, Hyderabad, when a lift collapsed from the 4th floor, resulting in injuries to eight people. The incident occurred at the Alkapuri X roads location of the hotel due to alleged negligence on the part of the hotel management.
Hyderabad: Tragedy struck at the Kinara Grand Hotel in Nagole, Hyderabad, when a lift collapsed from the 4th floor, resulting in injuries to eight people. The incident occurred at the Alkapuri X roads location of the hotel due to alleged negligence on the part of the hotel management.
The victims, who were attending an engagement ceremony, were inside the lift when it suddenly plummeted. Emergency services were immediately called to the scene, and the injured were quickly transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Eyewitnesses described a scene of chaos and panic as guests rushed to help those trapped inside the lift. “It was terrifying. One moment, everything was normal, and the next, we heard a loud crash,” said one of the attendees.
Preliminary investigations suggest that poor maintenance and lack of proper safety checks may have contributed to the lift’s malfunction. Authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the incident and have assured strict action against those found responsible.
Local officials have called for stringent safety measures in all commercial establishments to prevent such accidents in the future. Meanwhile, the hotel’s management has yet to issue a formal statement regarding the incident.
This accident has raised serious concerns about the safety standards in public buildings and the need for regular maintenance and inspections to ensure the well-being of patrons. The community hopes for the swift recovery of the injured and justice for those affected by this tragic event.
