Kolkata warehouse tragedy: Death toll climbs to nine, CM orders audit of building plans

A tragic incident occurred in a Kolkata warehouse, resulting in the loss of nine lives. The Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, announced in the West Bengal Assembly that the death toll had increased to nine on Thursday. He also declared a compensation of ₹10 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased. The incident has led to the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to look into the matter. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the warehouse collapse in Taratala. The investigation has revealed that five workers were killed, and many were injured in the accident. The Chief Minister has ordered an audit of building plans to ensure such incidents do not recur. The warehouse collapse has raised concerns about the safety and structural integrity of buildings in the area. The SIT will investigate the cause of the collapse and identify those responsible. The compensation announced by the Chief Minister is expected to provide some relief to the families of the deceased. The incident has highlighted the need for stricter safety measures and regulations to prevent such accidents in the future.