Cracks, leaks found in Kozhikode Corporation buildings; SHRC orders action on unsafe structures
An inspection of Kozhikode Corporation buildings revealed cracks, leaks, and structural weaknesses, prompting the Kerala State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC) to order urgent repairs. This action follows a fatal godown collapse earlier this year, with authorities directed to submit a report on steps taken to address unsafe structures.
Why it matters
This highlights critical public safety concerns regarding aging infrastructure in urban areas and the role of human rights commissions in ensuring government accountability for citizen safety.
An inspection of major buildings owned by the Kozhikode Corporation has revealed cracks and leaks in some buildings, while structural weaknesses have been detected in others.
The findings were mentioned in a report submitted to the Kerala State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC) in connection with a suo motu case registered over the death of four headload workers after the concrete slab of an old godown collapsed at Valiyangadi in February this year.
After considering the report, KSHRC judicial member K. Baijunath directed the authorities to take prompt and time-bound steps to repair ageing and unsafe buildings in the city as a priority, stressing that there should be no laxity in addressing safety concerns.
The Commission further directed the Kozhikode District Collector to submit, within three weeks, a report on the steps taken to inspect ageing buildings in the district and prevent accidents.
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