Tragedy Strikes: Falling Coconut Tree Claims Lives of Two Workers

Two women, Vasantha and Chandrika, were killed in Neyyattinkara, India, after a coconut tree fell on them. Employed as daily wage workers, they were taking a break when the incident occurred. Two others were injured and hospitalized. The unforeseen tragedy highlights the dangers faced by outdoor workers.

A tragic accident claimed the lives of two women workers in Neyyattinkara when a coconut tree uprooted and fell on them. Identified as Vasantha, 65, and Chandrika, 64, they were working under the MGNREGA scheme.

The unfortunate incident happened as the women rested post-lunch during their work hours. Rushed to the hospital, medical staff could not save them.

Two other individuals were injured in the incident and have been admitted for medical treatment at a local hospital.

(With inputs from agencies.)