Chennai, Jun 12 (PTI) A huge pillar-like structure, used in the ongoing construction of Metrorail Phase 2 fell down late on Thursday and a passerby was feared dead.

While officials did not immediately comment on the mishap, reports on television channels said a two wheeler rider was trapped under the pillar like structure and that he was feared dead.

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The mishap happened on Mount Poonamalle Road near Ramapuram.

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Efforts were on to remove the structure and rescue the man, reports added.

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