Archive · 22 Jul 2026
16 Projects Cleared for Resumption After Safety Audit
A committee in Kolkata reviewed safety reports for 34 under-construction buildings.
They recommended that 16 of these projects can start again.
These projects are in different areas like KMC, Bidhannagar, and Maheshtala.
The final decision will be made by a higher committee.
The stop-work order for many buildings is in place until July 31 to make sure they are safe.
Some buildings need more checks because they might not be strong enough or have other problems.
A technical sub-committee reviewed safety audit reports for 34 under-construction buildings.
16 projects were recommended for clearance to resume work.
11 of the cleared projects are in the KMC area, 4 in Bidhannagar, and 1 in Maheshtala.
The high-level committee will make the final decision on resuming work.
The stop-work order for under-construction buildings is in place until July 31.
- Who
- Technical sub-committee and high-level committee
- What
- Reviewed safety audit reports and recommended clearance for 16 projects
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) area, Bidhannagar, Maheshtala
- Why
- To ensure safety and compliance following a warehouse collapse
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- Number of Projects Reviewed
- 34
- Number of Projects Cleared
- 16
- KMC Area Projects Cleared
- 11
- Bidhannagar Projects Cleared
- 4
- Maheshtala Projects Cleared
- 1
- Total Buildings Undergoing Safety Audits in KMC Area
- More than 300
- Stop-Work Order Expiry Date
- July 31