Lahore Manhole Tragedy: Mother Dead, Search Continues for Baby shocked residents after a fatal sewer accident in Punjab. It also exposed safety gaps because open manholes remain common.
The incident occurred in the Bhatti Gate area of Lahore, a dense and busy neighborhood. A woman fell into an open manhole during rainfall and darkness. The open sewer line had a strong water flow, so rescue became difficult. Locals alerted authorities immediately, and rescue teams rushed to the site.
Rescue operation in Lahore continued through the night with coordination among departments. Divers searched the Outfall Road sewer line because water carried the body far. The woman body recovered from sewer was later identified as Sadia (24-year-old woman). Her 10-month-old daughter Rida remains missing, so the search operation for missing child continues.
According to a DIG Operations statement, teams expanded the search area. DIG Operations Faisal Kamran said coordination improved results. ARY News reported officials used heavy machinery and safety gear. However, open manholes in Lahore still pose daily risks.
Punjab government action followed quickly after public outrage. Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz ordered strict steps. A high-level inquiry committee formed, and a government notification issued. Officers suspended included Project Director Zahid Abbas and Director Tipu Shabbir Hussain. Authorities cited Punjab Housing Department negligence and incompetence.
Experts say sewer accident Punjab cases rise during monsoon months. Poor covers and weak maintenance increase danger. Lahore infrastructure negligence also affects pedestrians and children. Cities must audit manholes, install covers, and improve lighting.
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Lahore Manhole Tragedy: Mother dead, search continues for baby as rescue operation in Lahore exposes open manholes and negligence.
