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18-year-old West Bengal construction worker dies after falling from 8th floor
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 08:37 AM
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An 18‑year‑old worker from West Bengal died after an accidental fall from the eighth floor of a building, officials said.
An 18-year-old male worker from West Bengal lost his life after slipping and falling from the eighth floor of a building, according to local authorities. The incident occurred during routine work hours, and the victim was reportedly engaged in a construction-related task at the time of the fall. Rescue teams arrived promptly but were unable to revive the young man, who was declared dead at the scene.
Police have opened a preliminary investigation to determine the exact circumstances that led to the accident. Initial reports suggest that safety harnesses or fall‑prevention measures may not have been in use, prompting officials to remind contractors of mandatory safety protocols under the Factories Act and building regulations.
The tragedy has sparked concern among labor groups, who have called for stricter enforcement of occupational safety standards to protect young workers, many of whom are employed in high‑risk construction sites across the state.
Police have opened a preliminary investigation to determine the exact circumstances that led to the accident. Initial reports suggest that safety harnesses or fall‑prevention measures may not have been in use, prompting officials to remind contractors of mandatory safety protocols under the Factories Act and building regulations.
The tragedy has sparked concern among labor groups, who have called for stricter enforcement of occupational safety standards to protect young workers, many of whom are employed in high‑risk construction sites across the state.