Malkangiri, June 8: A segment of the boundary wall surrounding Malkangiri airport collapsed under the impact of heavy rainfall.
Initial reports suggest that the collapse was triggered by a period of intense rain accompanied by thunderous weather on Friday night.
Being informed, the officials immediately visited the site to assess the damage and started necessary measures in response to the situation.
Local residents have voiced concerns over the quality of construction work, attributing the collapse to substandard practices. This incident echoes a tragic event from last year when two individuals lost their lives after another section of the airport wall collapsed onto them.
The authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter to ascertain the root cause of the collapse and to ensure the safety of the airport premises.
