The recent collapse of a four-story building in Baghajatin’s Vidyasagar Colony has raised significant concerns about construction practices and municipal accountability in Kolkata. Constructed by filling wetlands and exceeding the sanctioned three-story limit, the building’s integrity had long been questioned by local residents. Tragically, the structure gave way, causing property damage and endangering lives. Two days after the incident, the promoter responsible for the illegal construction remains at large, evading law enforcement.
The Kolkata Municipal Corporation has initiated the demolition of the unstable structure. However, the tragedy has sparked outrage among residents, who blame a lack of municipal oversight for allowing such illegal constructions to proliferate. As investigations continue, there is mounting pressure on authorities to tighten regulations and hold responsible parties accountable.