Newly Constructed Rs 21 Crore Water Tank Collapses in Surat, Probe Underway

A newly constructed 15-metre-high water tank in Tadkeshwar village, Surat district, collapsed during a trial run on January 19, injuring three labourers. Built at a cost of around Rs 21 crore to supply drinking water to 33-35 villages, the incident raised concerns over construction quality and alleged use of substandard materials. Two engineers were suspended, and a probe is underway to determine responsibility. The contractor, Jayanti Swaroop agency, may face blacklisting if found at fault.