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1 killed, 2 injured as portion of building's ceiling collapses in Kolkata's Park Circus

A ceiling collapse in a dilapidated building in Kolkata's Park Circus resulted in the death of an elderly woman and injuries to two others, including a child. The incident occurred in the early hours of January 5, 2026, as five family members were sleeping when a section of the ground-floor ceiling fell on them, prompting immediate medical attention.

1 killed, 2 injured as portion of building's ceiling collapses in Kolkata's Park Circus

Credit: Thehindu

Key Highlights

  • An elderly woman, 85-year-old Rabia Khatun, was killed in the incident.
  • Two others, including a 9-year-old girl, sustained injuries from the collapse.
  • The ceiling collapse occurred between 3 and 3:30 a. m. at a building on Shamsul Huda Road.
  • Residents had previously warned the building owner about its poor condition.
  • Three family members were rushed to the hospital, where one was pronounced dead.
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Sources

  1. 1 killed, 2 injured as portion of building's ceiling collapses in Kolkata's Park Circus
  2. Elderly woman dead, child injured after ceiling crashes down in Kolkata’s Park Circus

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