AITUC seeks ₹10L relief for families of deceased

In the wake of the tragic building collapse at Kohli Dyeing factory in Focal Point, Phase 8, on Saturday, which claimed three lives, deputy commissioner (DC) Jitendra Jorwal directed the municipal corporation (MC) commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal to take immediate control of the collapsed site and ensure public safety.

- Sukhpreet Singh

LUDHIANA:

In an official letter addressed to the MC commissioner on Monday evening, the DC instructed that the perimeter of the collapsed building must be secured to prevent unauthorised access and ensure public safety. Additionally, he emphasised the need for a comprehensive structural assessment of the remaining part of the building in coordination with the deputy director of factories to assess its stability.

The DC also directed that if the assessment reveals any risk of further collapse, the MC must take immediate steps to initiate a controlled demolition of the structure, following all necessary safety protocols. The letter also stressed the importance of ensuring the structural safety of nearby buildings and industries.

"Although three dead bodies have been recovered from the site and all other individuals have been safely rescued, adequate precautions must still be taken in light of any unforeseen eventuality," the letter stated.