Woman Rescues 9-Year-Old Boy Trapped in Industrial Waste Sludge in Hathras

A major accident was narrowly avoided in Hathras after a 9-year-old boy became trapped in a sludge of ash and industrial waste while playing. The child, identified as Om Chaudhary, was rescued after a woman present at the spot showed alertness, courage and presence of mind.

The incident took place on the evening of Dhanteras in the Shivdham Colony area near Kachhpura Bamba, under the Hathras Gate police station area. The location is near the Odpura power house.

According to the source material, the sludge contained ash and industrial waste allegedly dumped illegally by Shri Shyam Industries. Om Chaudhary became trapped in the waste while he was playing in the area.

A woman who was present at the spot noticed the situation and, after making strenuous efforts, managed to pull the child out safely. Her timely intervention prevented what could have become a major accident.

The child suffered serious injuries during the incident and went into shock. Considering his condition, his family took him to Noida for better treatment.

The incident has triggered strong anger among residents of Shivdham Colony. Local people have alleged that ash from kuttu flour and industrial waste are being dumped illegally in the colony by Shri Shyam Industries.

Residents say the waste has created a continuing danger for people living nearby, particularly children. They have raised concerns over the possibility of another child becoming trapped in the toxic waste.

Local people also allege that when they object to the dumping, the person concerned allegedly intimidates them by claiming that permission has been obtained.

Residents have demanded that the administration investigate the matter and take strict action against those allegedly dumping the waste illegally. They have also questioned why responsible officials are not taking action despite toxic industrial waste allegedly being dumped in the middle of a populated area.