Two young girls suffered critical injuries after falling from a Ferris wheel at a local fair in Kotli Loharan, Sialkot, triggering widespread outrage and serious questions over safety standards at public amusement events.
According to local sources, the incident occurred when the Ferris wheel malfunctioned, causing the children to fall from a significant height. A video of the fall quickly circulated on social media, drawing strong public reactions and highlighting the ride’s dangerous condition.
Rescue teams rushed the injured girls to THQ Hospital, where doctors described their condition as critical. Medical staff are providing emergency treatment, while families remain deeply distressed over the incident.
Residents alleged that fair organisers were absent immediately after the accident, leaving no one accountable on site. Locals also criticised the lack of basic safety measures, including proper restraints, routine inspections and on-site security, which they believe directly endangered the children’s lives.
Community members expressed anger and grief, questioning how authorities allowed substandard and unsafe rides to operate in a public space. One resident demanded strict legal action against both the organisers and the officials responsible for approving the fair, who failed to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
The incident has renewed calls for stronger oversight of temporary amusement parks, particularly in residential areas, to prevent similar tragedies in the future
