A giant fairground swing collapsed mid-ride at the Maharaj No Melo fair in Jhabua, India, injuring 14 schoolchildren, including 13 girls and one boy. The ride, known as a Columbus or Dragon Swing, malfunctioned while operating at high speed, throwing the children into the metal frame. Local residents rushed to assist the injured, with two girls sustaining serious injuries and the others treated for fractures and bruises. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident, promising strict action for any safety violations found.
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