Century-old clock tower partially collapses at Kozhikode railway station; no injuries
A portion of a century-old clock tower at the Kozhikode railway station collapsed on Thursday, but no injuries were reported. Railway authorities clarified that the collapse was part of a planned demolition for a station redevelopment project.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the ongoing infrastructure modernization efforts in Indian railways and the safety protocols involved in urban redevelopment.
A portion of the century-old clock tower building collapsed on Thursday (July 9, 2026) forenoon, sending debris onto Platform 2 and Track 3. No injuries or casualties were reported.
The article is a straightforward factual report on a local infrastructure event.
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