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Surajkund Mela swing collapse: Police inspector killed, injuries reported, artisans react with sombre mood
A giant swing ride collapsed at Surajkund Mela in Faridabad, killing police inspector Jagdish Prasad during rescue efforts and injuring 13-26 people. A gate collapsed an hour earlier, injuring two. Artisans reported a sombre mood at the fair.[1][2][3]
Why It Matters
The tragedy at a major cultural fair raises concerns over safety standards for amusement rides, prompts investigations, and impacts the event's atmosphere amid thousands of visitors.[1][4]
Timeline
7 Events
Artisans react, mood turns sombre at the fair
February 7, 2026
Artisans at the fair report a sombre mood following the tragedies, overshadowing the cultural event.[1]
Haryana CM expresses condolences
February 7, 2026
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini expresses grief over the death, offers condolences to the family, and instructs officials to ensure treatment for the injured.[2][4]
Injured rushed to hospitals, FIR registered, inquiry ordered
February 7, 2026, evening
Injured treated at private hospitals and BK Hospital. FIR registered against joyride operator. Inquiry committee headed by Additional Deputy Commissioner formed to probe cause.[1][2][4]
Inspector Jagdish Prasad killed during rescue
February 7, 2026, 6:15 PM
Inspector Jagdish Prasad (59), weeks from retirement, dies from severe head and face injuries sustained while rescuing people from the collapsing swing.[1][2][3][4]
Giant swing ride collapses
February 7, 2026, 6:00:30 PM
A 'tsunami' joyride swing with 15-26 people on board malfunctions, tilts, and crashes at Surajkund Mela, injuring at least 13-19 people including two women constables and visitors.[1][2][3][4][5]
Gate Number 2 collapses at fairgrounds
February 7, 2026, 5:00 PM
Gate Number 2 near the food court collapses due to strong winds, injuring two people including a child and local resident Sumit Malhotra from Sector 28. They are taken to BK Hospital.[1][3][4]
Surajkund International Crafts Mela begins
January 31, 2026
The 39th Surajkund International Atmanirbhar Craft Fair, a 16-day event, starts in Faridabad, attracting thousands of visitors.[1][2]