Youth dies after roof collapses in Namakkal

A 21-year-old construction worker died after a roof collapsed while he was demolishing an old house in Namakkal. His relative was injured, and local residents later protested to demand compensation.
Why it matters
The incident highlights workplace safety hazards in the construction sector and the subsequent community response regarding labor rights.
A 21-year-old youth died after a house roof collapsed here on Monday (June 15, 2026).
The article reports the facts of the accident and the subsequent protest objectively.
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