Workplace Fatality at Krishna District Aqua Facility Sparks Negligence Allegations
An industrial accident at a Kurumuddali shrimp processing plant claimed the life of a 46-year-old laborer on Saturday. Local police have launched an investigation as coworkers demand accountability and financial compensation for the victim's family.
Fatal Impact During Operations
A 46-year-old employee, V. Dasarada Ramaiah, lost his life on Saturday following a heavy machinery incident at an aqua exports facility in Pamarru mandal. The tragedy occurred at a site located in Kurumuddali village, Krishna district, while the facility was in active operation.
Witness accounts describe a sudden collision involving an earth mover. According to a colleague present at the scene, the machine's bucket struck Ramaiah, delivering a fatal blow to the head. The force of the impact resulted in critical injuries that Ramaiah did not survive.
Police Investigation and Labor Demands
Following the event, the victim's body was transported to the Government General Hospital to undergo a post-mortem examination. The Krishna district police have officially registered a case to determine the exact sequence of events and identify any safety protocol breaches.
The incident has caused friction between the workforce and the facility's administration. Laborers at the shrimp processing and exports unit are raising the following points:
- Claims that management negligence directly contributed to the fatal accident.
- Demands for immediate financial compensation to support Ramaiah’s bereaved family.
- Calls for a thorough review of onsite heavy machinery safety standards.
Authorities have confirmed that the investigation remains active as they evaluate the liability of the export unit's management in this workplace death.
Source: The Hindu — Home
