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Surajkund Fair Swing Collapse: Haryana Police Inspector Dies in Rescue
A giant swing collapsed at Surajkund International Crafts Mela, killing Haryana Police Inspector Jagdish Prasad during rescue efforts and injuring about 12 others. Authorities arrested the ride operator and staff, ordered probes, and provided compensation.
Why It Matters
The tragedy highlights safety lapses at major public events, prompting arrests, investigations, and calls for stricter amusement ride regulations in India.
Timeline
6 Events
Inspector Jagdish Prasad cremated with state honours
February 8, 2026
Last rites performed with full state honours in native Dengar village, Uttar Pradesh, on Yamuna River banks. Son Gaurav lit the pyre; hundreds attended. Palwal SP paid tributes.
Compensation announced by authorities
evening, February 7, 2026
Haryana DGP announced ₹1 crore compensation, martyr status, and government job for a family member of Inspector Prasad. CM Saini announced ₹1 lakh each for seriously injured.
FIR registered and arrests made
evening to Sunday, February 8, 2026
Police registered a case at Surajkund Police Station against proprietor Mohammad Shakir and others under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections including culpable homicide. Shakir and staffer Nitesh arrested. A three-member special investigation team formed.
Inspector Jagdish Prasad succumbs to injuries
February 7, 2026
Haryana Police Inspector Jagdish Prasad, weeks from retirement after 36 years of service, died from severe head and neck injuries sustained during the rescue.
Giant swing collapses at Surajkund Mela
February 7, 2026, 6:00:15 PM
A 'Tsunami' giant swing carrying 19-26 riders tilted and crashed to the ground at Surajkund fairgrounds, injuring approximately 12 people. Inspector Jagdish Prasad (58) responded first, rescued some trapped individuals, but suffered fatal injuries when the structure trapped his neck.
Gate Number 2 collapses at Surajkund fairgrounds
February 2026
Gate Number 2 collapsed, injuring a local resident and a child.