An under-construction warehouse suddenly collapsed on Wednesday (24 June 2026) in Taratala area of ​​Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal. Around 50 to 60 people are likely to be buried inside. Apart from this, rescue operation has been started. About 5 bodies have been recovered so far.

CM Shubhendu Adhikari reached the spot. At the same time, he has also expressed his condolences on the incident. Sniffer dogs have been brought during the rescue operation. So far 10 injured have been admitted to SSKM.

Police have taken action after the incident. Three people have been arrested in this. Those arrested include site supervisor Syed Mohammad Gulzar, two labor suppliers Mohammad Ataul and Subhash Chaudhary. At the same time, the Chief Minister also reached SSKEM Hospital. Met the victims.

Joint rescue operation of Army, NDRF

Shubhendu Adhikari reached the spot and took stock of the area. Also gave instructions. During this, he told ANI news agency that on the incident of collapse of the warehouse shed being built in Taratala, Kolkata, Shubhendu Adhikari said that NDRF, Army, SDRF, Police and Fire Department are all working together here. 21 people have been rescued. Three people have died. SSKM hospital is functioning. About 12-18 people are trapped inside. He is in touch with the Indian Army.

Chief Minister Shubhendu Adhikari responded

Shubhendu Adhikari has said that the deaths occurred due to the collapse of a warehouse near Brace Bridge in Taratala. I am deeply shocked and saddened by this. Many workers are buried under the debris in this accident. At the same time, 21 people have been rescued from this debris. Of these, 18 have been injured. At the same time, 3 people have died.

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CM said that my grief over the precious lives lost in this tragedy cannot be expressed in words. My deepest condolences to the families of the victims. In this very sad time, the state government stands firmly with them and we will provide them all possible help. At present, rescue and relief operations are going on war footing. Army, NDRF, SDRF, Kolkata Police and KMC are jointly carrying out rescue operations so that every laborer trapped in the debris can be brought out safely as soon as possible. I wish for the speedy recovery of the injured.

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Instructions to UDMA department to coordinate

He said that the UDMA department has been instructed to maintain better coordination in the entire operation. Minister of State Dr. Indranil Khan is already present at the spot. Are personally monitoring the rescue operations. I myself am reaching the spot just now. So that I can take stock of the ground situation. Please remember the affected families and those involved in the rescue efforts in your prayers.

Disaster Management has established a control room and issued a helpline number. 8697981070, 033 22143526, 033 22535185. The victim’s family can contact these numbers.

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PAM Disease: In recent times, a very dangerous disease has increased the concern in Kerala and now West Bengal. This disease is known as Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), which is colloquially known as ‘brain eating amoeba’. Its cause is a parasite named Naegleria fowleri. It directly attacks the human brain and even after starting treatment, the chances of survival are very low.

How did the disease spread?

According to doctors, this parasite is often found in warm water ponds, rivers and lakes. When a person inhales water through the nose while bathing or swimming, then this amoeba reaches the brain and spreads the infection. This disease does not spread from one person to another, but only through water.

rapidly increasing cases

According to the data given in Parliament on Friday, the situation is very worrying. Union Minister of State for Health Prataprao Jadhav told the Lok Sabha that in 2025, 170 people in Kerala alone would be affected by the disease. Of these, 42 people have died.

This figure is shocking because till September there were a total of 500 cases worldwide, but in just one and a half years, more than 100 cases have been reported in Kerala. According to the minister, 2 cases, 2 deaths in 2023, 39 cases, 9 deaths in 2024 and 170 cases, 42 deaths in 2025. It is clear that this disease has spread rapidly this year.

government action

• Considering the situation as serious, the Health Ministry has taken several steps.
• NCDC of Kozhikode has done a detailed study on this disease.
• ICMR and ICAR are investigating and monitoring it.
• 18 VRDL labs across the country are testing and monitoring this disease.
• State governments have issued warnings asking people to remain alert.

The initial symptoms of Naegleria fowleri infection look like normal fever or cold and cough, so people often ignore it. But this mistake can prove costly. Are you dismissing it as a common disease? Be careful! Has a destructive ‘brain-eating amoeba’ made a home in your body? Therefore, be careful as soon as you see these symptoms.

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