Urgent Reforms Urged After Hospital Wall Collapse Tragedy

AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge called for action after the deadly collapse of a compound wall at Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital in Bengaluru, urging the government to prevent future incidents and support affected street vendors. The collapse killed seven people, prompting calls for building inspections and vendor location planning.

Urgent Reforms Urged After Hospital Wall Collapse Tragedy
Mallikarjun Kharge
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AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge urged the Karnataka government to take measures to prevent incidents like the recent wall collapse at a Bengaluru hospital. The tragedy claimed seven lives, including a child, following heavy rains.

Kharge urged authorities to repair the Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital compound wall and compensate affected families. He emphasized the need to relocate street vendors from areas close to unstable structures.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced an inquiry and financial aid of Rs 5 lakh for those bereaved by the calamity. Concerns over potential similar incidents have heightened demands for vigilant safety measures.

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