Several feared trapped after warehouse shed collapses in Kolkata’s Taratala

A warehouse shed collapsed in the Taratala area of Kolkata on Wednesday afternoon, leaving several people feared trapped under the debris, officials said.

The incident took place at an under-construction warehouse site, triggering panic in the locality and prompting an immediate rescue response. Emergency teams, including disaster response forces and fire services, rushed to the spot to carry out search and rescue operations.

According to preliminary information, the structure gave way suddenly while construction work was underway. The exact number of people trapped or injured is yet to be confirmed.

Rescue teams are currently clearing debris and using heavy equipment to locate those feared trapped inside the collapsed structure. Authorities have cordoned off the area and are monitoring the situation closely.

Officials said the cause of the collapse is not yet known, and an investigation will be conducted once rescue operations are completed.

Further details are awaited as the operation continues.