Death trap in the deep: The silent sinkhole of Bengaluru’s sewage plant

Two workers vanished inside a Bengaluru sewage plant, sparking outrage from activists who claim they were illegally hired for hazardous work without safety. The water authority denies manual scavenging, stating the men entered unauthorizedly while attempting gate repairs. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about worker safety and accountability in the city’s sanitation sector, with calls for prosecution of responsible officials.