In a rice mill located in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, a very sad accident happened. Two men were working late at night drying paddy. Their names were Lal Bahadur and Rajesh. While doing their job, they suddenly fell very ill. Nobody could understand what went wrong at first. They were taken to the hospital quickly, but the situation was very serious. Unfortunately, Lal Bahadur, who was 45 years old, died while getting treatment. Rajesh was still in the hospital and fighting for his life. This news made many people in the area sad and worried about working in rice mills.
Lal Bahadur’s family was very angry and upset. They said the rice mill owner did not take care of the workers. They also said that the workers were taken to the hospital without telling their families. The family members said they only found out much later. They believe that if they were informed on time, they could have helped or taken better action. The mill owner, however, told a different story. He said the men were sitting inside a small room, and because the door was closed, they could not breathe properly and fainted.
According to the mill owner, the workers had gone inside a small room to warm themselves because it was cold. He said they lit a fire inside and closed the door. Since there was no fresh air, they may have suffered from lack of oxygen. But the families are not ready to accept this story. They believe something else might have happened. The police are now trying to find out the truth. They took the body of Lal Bahadur for a post-mortem examination. Everyone is waiting to hear what the report will say.
This was not the only sad story that happened in Uttar Pradesh. In another district called Sultanpur, a young boy died in a very painful way. The boy was only 12 years old and his name was Shivansh. He had climbed onto a mini rice mill machine. The machine was being carried by a tractor. While the vehicle was moving, the boy slipped and fell down. He got very badly hurt and died from his injuries. This event shocked the entire village. People could not believe that such a young child lost his life like that.
After the accident happened, the boy’s family quickly performed the last rites. They did not inform the police at that time. Later, when the news spread, the police came to know about the incident. Now the police are looking into the matter to understand what really happened. Some people are asking why a child was allowed to climb onto a moving machine. Others say children often play around heavy machines without knowing the danger. This raises serious questions about safety rules in small villages and industries. Accidents like these should be stopped with proper safety and care.
There was another accident that took place in Sitapur, another part of Uttar Pradesh. A man named Radhe was working in a rice mill. He was doing his usual job when suddenly many big rice bags fell on top of him. The bags were too heavy and Radhe got badly crushed. Other workers rushed to help him and took him to the hospital. But even with quick help, he could not survive. He died during treatment. This accident again shows how dangerous working conditions can be in rice mills when safety steps are not followed properly every day.
People in Radhe’s village were shocked by his sudden death. They said the rice bags were not kept properly and were stacked too high. When bags are not arranged in a safe way, they can fall anytime. Workers said that they have often told the mill management to be careful, but nothing changed. Radhe was a hard-working man and was loved by everyone. His family was heartbroken and said they had lost their only earning member. Now they are asking the government and rice mill owners to check the mills and fix safety problems quickly to avoid more deaths.
In Sambhal district, another heartbreaking case was reported. A man named Pramod was working in a rice mill when he fell into a hopper, which is a machine used in milling. This kind of machine is big and dangerous. Nobody saw him fall at that moment. When workers realized he was missing, they started looking for him. They found him badly injured inside the machine. He was taken to the hospital, but sadly, he could not survive. This tragic event again raised alarm bells. Machines in such places must be operated with full care and regular safety checks to prevent danger.
Pramod’s family was very angry and started a protest. They wanted justice and also asked for money from the mill as compensation. They said that Pramod died because of the carelessness of the rice mill management. They demanded that action should be taken so that no other family would suffer the same way. The police came to the rice mill and tried to calm the family. The officers said they would start an investigation. Now people are saying that rice mills should be closed until they make their working places safe. People are scared to work in such conditions.
Outside of Uttar Pradesh, similar tragic events are also happening. In Karnal, Haryana, two workers died while cleaning a rice mill tank. The tank had poisonous gas inside it, and when the men went in, they inhaled the gas. This gas was very harmful and caused them to fall unconscious. A third man was also affected and is still in the hospital. People said that there were no safety masks or proper gear given to them. This is another example that shows how some factories do not think about the safety of workers when they ask them to do dangerous jobs.
The government has started to take action against the rice mill in Karnal. A police case was registered against the mill authorities. They will have to answer for their actions and lack of safety steps. The families of the dead workers are heartbroken and want strict punishment for those responsible. People say that workers are not machines and must be treated with care. Their lives are important, and it is the responsibility of the owners to make sure all safety rules are followed. Workers should be given training, safety gear, and emergency help in case something goes wrong.
Another rice mill tragedy happened in Rohtas, Bihar. A terrible storm came to the area and hit a rice mill. The building of the rice mill was not strong, and because of the storm, the building collapsed. At that time, several workers were inside the mill taking a break. Two people died when the building fell on them. Four others were hurt badly. Rescue teams came and tried hard to save the people trapped under the building. They were able to save some lives, but the deaths have left a deep sadness in the hearts of the families.
People in Rohtas say the building was very old and weak. They said the owner did not fix the walls or roof even though many workers had warned him. The building could not stand strong when the storm hit. This incident shows how important it is to keep buildings safe and strong, especially in places where many people work. The workers had no idea that such a thing would happen. They were only eating their lunch and resting. In just a few seconds, everything changed. Now families are crying, and the government is being asked to take strong action.
All these incidents tell one big story. That story is about poor safety in many rice mills. Whether it is a small village or a big city, many workers are facing the same risks every day. They go to work to earn money for their families. But when safety steps are not taken, these workers end up getting hurt or dying. The government and the rice mill owners must take this problem very seriously. No person should lose their life while doing their job. There must be better rules, better checks, and better care for every single worker.
People have also started asking for more inspections. They say that rice mills should be checked regularly by experts. These experts should make sure that all machines are working properly, that workers are wearing safety gear, and that emergency plans are in place. If any mill is not following rules, it should be closed until everything is made safe. Workers must be trained on how to handle dangerous machines. They should know what to do if something goes wrong. If these steps are taken, then many lives can be saved, and families will not have to suffer such great losses.
It is also important to listen to the voices of the families who have lost their loved ones. These families know the pain of losing someone they cared for deeply. They can help others by sharing their stories. Their voices should be heard by the government and by the people who run the rice mills. Compensation should be given quickly to help the families who are now without income. But more than money, they want change. They want other families to be safe. They want no one else to go through the same pain they have suffered.
In the end, rice mills must not become places of danger. They should be places of work and hope. Workers should feel safe when they enter these mills. They should come back home in the evening without injuries or fear. Every life is precious, and no job is more important than safety. With care, respect, and responsibility, all rice mills can be made safer. This is not something to delay. The time to act is now. If action is taken, many lives can be saved, and the pain of these families will not be in vain. Change must begin today.