4-Year-Old Drowns in Open Tank at Construction Site; Three Arrested in Pune

• A 4-year-old girl, Priyanka Manoj Vishwakarma, drowned after falling into an open water tank at a construction site in Old Sangvi, Pimpri-Chinchwad.
• The incident occurred on Tuesday night (March 31) when Priyanka wandered into the building premises while playing.
• Police have arrested three individuals: Manish Babasaheb Pawar, Jayram Babanrao Kamble, and Vasant Kailas Bansode.
• The arrests were made based on a complaint filed by Priyanka's father, Manoj Ujjain Vishwakarma, at Sangvi Police Station.
• Investigators found that the suspects were aware of the danger posed by the uncovered tank but failed to take safety measures, leading to the child's death.

Key Questions Answered

What safety measures are required at construction sites?

Construction sites require dust control measures like water sprinkling, dust screens, sensors, and anti-smog guns.

Could this tragedy have been prevented with proper care?

The available information suggests that the tragedy could have been prevented with proper care, as it resulted from negligence.

What penalties do negligent builders face in such cases?

Negligent builders face penalties including FIRs under Section 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for causing death by negligence.