In an exclusive coversation with The Statesman, it has been learnt that the state government has initiated a five-tier rescue and relief operation into the Taratala mishap.
Speaking about the condition of the victim, she said, "My cousin is trapped inside. I have not received any update so far, whether he is alive or in what condition he is in."
Suvendu Adhikari said preliminary findings indicated flaws in the sanctioned design of the five-storey steel-framed structure.
Visuals from the spot shared on Facebook Live have captured the Bengal cabinet Minister being briefed by a senior official about the ongoing resuce operation.
