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Lift Accident Brings Poor Maintenance Into Focus
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"Apartment owners, resident welfare associations and commercial establishments are responsible for ensuring regular servicing and safety inspections.
Following the Chandanagar incident, U-FERWAS (United Federation of Residents Welfare Associations ) has urged apartment associations, resident welfare associations, builders and maintenance agencies to strengthen lift safety measures by ensuring periodic inspections, timely certification, preventive maintenance and prompt replacement of ageing components.
November 20, 2025: A five-year-old student lost his life after getting wedged in the outer grill of an apartment elevator in Yellareddyguda.
For Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs)Ensure lifts are serviced regularly by authorised maintenance agencies.
Conduct periodic safety inspections and renew statutory safety certifications on time.