Surat: A portion of a diaphragm wall was damaged at an under-construction hospital building near Adajan Cross Road on Sunday, prompting the Surat Municipal Corporation to halt construction work at the location.Restoration work started on Monday by refilling the dug-up area. The land of around 1,000 square yards was dug up to a 2-floor basement, and work for the 3rd basement started when a portion of the diaphragm wall collapsed.A preliminary investigation by SMC officers revealed that heavy material, such as iron rods and cement bags, stored on the ground, created weight on one side and led to damage to the wall.“The hospital will have to get the construction plan reapproved from SMC again. At present, the restoration was done and, after proper checks, further actions will be planned and approved,” said an SMC officer.
