Fragmented accountability: On the Taratala warehouse collapse in Kolkata
The Taratala warehouse collapse in Kolkata has raised concerns about fragmented accountability in the construction industry. The incident, which claimed 11 lives, has been linked to a flawed building plan and the use of subpar construction materials. The Indian government needs to address the issue of informal subcontracting and ensure that those responsible for such tragedies are held accountable.
- ▪The Taratala warehouse collapse in Kolkata occurred on June 24 and has claimed 11 lives.
- ▪The incident has been linked to a flawed building plan and the use of corrugated tin sheets to support a heavy concrete roof.
- ▪The collapse has highlighted the issue of fragmented accountability in the construction industry, with multiple parties involved and a lack of clear responsibility.
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In light of the Taratala warehouse collapse in Kolkata on June 24, the ability to erect a structure based on a reportedly flawed plan is reminiscent of West Bengal’s infamous Syndicate Raj. As per the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, an empanelled architect and a structural engineer must certify building plans. The corruption ranges from local cartels, some backed by political heavyweights, allegedly forcing developers to buy subpar construction materials at premium prices to licensed surveyors allegedly delegating the task of signing off on designs not of their doing to unlicensed persons.
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