A wall collapsed in Haridwar, Uttarakhand on Tuesday killing six kiln workers and injuring several others.
The structure was part of a brick kiln where the labourers worked in Lahboli village of Haridwar.
According to reports, the police PRO said, “We received information at around 8.30 am that the wall of a brick kiln had collapsed in Lahboli village under Manglaur police station. At least six people have been confirmed dead, while several others have sustained injuries. They have been rushed to a hospital. SSP Pramendra Dobhal is at the spot."
According to PTI, the labourers were working at the brick kiln when the wall collapsed.
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"We are looking into the circumstances that led to the accident. Tough legal action will be taken against whoever is found responsible for it," the police officer added.
