A tragic sewer fall claimed a 55-year-old man's life in Mumbai, igniting sharp criticism from Congress MLC Bhai Jagtap. He highlighted the alarming presence of 4,446 uncovered manholes, labeling them "death traps." This incident has led to the suspension of four civic officials and the formation of a high-level probe committee by the BMC, underscoring a critical infrastructure concern.

Due to the strong flow of water inside the drain, rescue teams were initially unable to determine the direction in which the man had been swept away. | India News

A man tragically drowned after falling into a manhole on Khairani Road during heavy rains in Mumbai, reportedly while talking on his mobile phone.