Man Dies After Falling from 14th Floor Skywalk in Faridabad
Tragedy struck in Faridabad’s Sector 88 on Tuesday when a 74-year-old retired State Bank of India (SBI) manager, Khulwant Singh, lost his life after falling from a corroded 14th-floor skywalk while watering plants at RPS Savana society. The incident has raised questions about the negligence of the Residential Welfare Association (RWA) and the maintenance of the society’s common areas.
According to eyewitnesses, Singh was watering plants on the skywalk, which had been repurposed as a garden, when it collapsed under his weight. The skywalk, originally a fire escape between two towers, had suffered from corrosion and neglect, making it a ticking time bomb waiting to happen.
Singh’s family has alleged that the RWA was aware of the condition of the skywalk but failed to take necessary measures to repair or remove it. They have filed a complaint against the RWA, claiming that their negligence led to the death of their loved one.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the society, with many residents expressing concern about the safety and maintenance of their homes. “We had been complaining about the condition of the skywalk for a long time, but nothing was done,” said a resident who wished to remain anonymous. “It’s a miracle that no one else was injured, but it’s too late for Khulwant Singh.”
The Faridabad police have launched an investigation into the incident and have registered a case against the RWA under Section 304-A (causing death by negligence) of the Indian Penal Code. The police have also seized the skywalk and are conducting a detailed examination to determine the cause of the collapse.
The society’s RWA has issued a statement expressing condolences to the Singh family and promising to cooperate with the police investigation. However, the family remains skeptical about the RWA’s commitment to addressing their concerns.
“This is a clear case of negligence and we will not rest until justice is served,” said Singh’s son, who did not wish to be named. “We want the RWA to take responsibility for their actions and ensure that such incidents do not happen in the future.”
The incident has also raised questions about the maintenance of common areas in residential societies. Many residents have expressed concerns about the condition of their own buildings and the lack of transparency in the maintenance process.
“It’s a wake-up call for all of us,” said a resident of the society. “We need to ensure that our buildings are safe and well-maintained. We cannot afford to lose lives due to negligence.”
The incident is a stark reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety and maintenance in residential societies. As the investigation continues, the Singh family and the residents of RPS Savana society are left to pick up the pieces and try to make sense of the tragedy that has befallen them.
