Tragic Death of 28-Year-Old Worker at Nagpur Waste Plant

A tragic incident unfolded on Tuesday morning at a waste-sorting plant in Nagpur, where a 28-year-old worker, Salman Ayub Khan, lost his life after becoming trapped in a trommel machine. The accident took place at the SUSBDE company’s facility located on Bidgaon Road in the Wathoda area.

Reports indicate that Salman was cleaning the trommel machine alongside a colleague, Akshay Belkar, when he slipped and became ensnared in the machinery. Despite immediate efforts to transport him to Bhawani Hospital in Pardi, medical personnel pronounced him dead upon arrival, citing severe injuries sustained in the accident. His body has been sent for a post-mortem examination.

The incident has sparked outrage among the deceased’s family and fellow workers at the plant. In response to the unrest, company officials engaged in discussions with Salman’s relatives, promising appropriate compensation for their loss. This tragic event has reignited concerns regarding worker safety protocols at the facility, particularly regarding the availability of safety equipment and training for employees.

The Nagpur Municipal Corporation, which has assigned SUSBDE the responsibility of waste management in the city, is now facing scrutiny over the safety measures in place at the plant. Questions have emerged regarding whether the trommel machine was properly shut down during cleaning and if workers were adequately trained to handle such equipment safely.

In the wake of the accident, Wathoda police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. A case of accidental death has been registered following a complaint from Salman’s father, Ayub Khan. Authorities are examining the adherence to safety regulations at the plant to prevent future tragedies.