Kozhikode: A pregnant woman sustained injuries on Monday when a rock flew into her house during blasting operations at a quarry in Valillapuzha here.

The injured woman, Farbeena, was sleeping at her house when the rock struck her leg. She was admitted to Areekode Taluk Hospital for treatment.

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Local residents alleged that a similar incident had occurred a month ago. They criticised the authorities for failing to address safety concerns at the quarry despite repeated mishaps.

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