The incident took place in the Gurugram district of Haryana, northern India and the video went viral on December 30.

The visual shows welding work being carried out on a section of the highway while vehicles pass directly underneath. Despite the clear risks, no protective barriers or safety precautions were observed at the site.

According to reports, the welding work took place on the NH-8 highway. Authorities have yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident. However, the viral video has prompted calls for stricter oversight and the implementation of comprehensive safety measures during road maintenance projects.