MMRDA imposes penalties on contractor, consultant after Metro-9 supervisor’s death

The incident occurred at Saibaba Nagar, where steel materials were being arranged for the construction of a metro station. Farhan Ahmed, 42, was supervising the work and instructing labourers when he stepped aside to avoid a swinging steel section.

He reportedly lost his balance and fell from a height of approximately 60–70 feet. Ahmed was rushed to Pandit Bhimsen Joshi Government Hospital in Bhayandar, where he was declared dead. Police have registered an accidental death report.

Officials said preliminary findings suggested safety protocols were not strictly enforced at the site. While contractors are responsible for implementing on-site safety measures, the general consultant is tasked with oversight and ensuring compliance with established norms. The penalties were imposed after MMRDA reviewed the circumstances of the fall and found lapses on both counts.

An MMRDA official said, “The inquiry is being conducted by the general consultant of Metro Line 4 to ascertain the exact cause and lapses but to provide relief to the family of the deceased, we have given a compensation of Rs 5 lakh. Insurance compensation will also be provided. Further action will follow after the inquiry report is submitted.”