Elevator plummets with doors open, killing 50-year-old woman in Ongole
A 50-year-old woman died after an elevator at Surya Towers in Ongole moved downward while its door remained open.
On Sunday in Ongole, a lift at Surya Towers descended unexpectedly while its door stayed open, resulting in the death of 50-year-old Vanitha. She had boarded the elevator together with her daughter and grandson, who were able to leave safely. As Vanitha prepared to step out, the cabin began moving down, catching her off guard and causing her to become trapped.
Bystanders at the building rescued her and she was rushed to a nearby hospital, but her condition worsened and she succumbed to her injuries. A video of the event quickly spread online, prompting public scrutiny of elevator safety standards. Authorities have been urged to investigate the maintenance practices of the building.
Why it matters
The fatal lift failure highlights potential safety lapses in building maintenance that could affect many residents.
In this story
