Sanitation Worker Swept To Death While Cleaning Aamayizhanchan Canal: Kerala High Court Says Incident Should Serve As An Eye-Opener

In a tragic incident, the Kerala High Court highlighted the death of a sanitation worker in Trivandrum, stressing the need for improved safety measures. The worker died while cleaning a manhole, raising concerns about worker safety and the lack of proper equipment. The court called for strict enforcement of guidelines to prevent such fatalities and emphasized the state's responsibility to protect workers' rights. This case underscores the urgent need for comprehensive reforms in sanitation work practices to ensure worker welfare and safety.