Rana Plaza Collapse: A Tragic Reminder of Unsafe Working Conditions
A Heartbreaking Anniversary
April 24, 2023, marks the 10th anniversary of the Rana Plaza collapse, a horrific tragedy that claimed the lives of over 1,100 garment workers in Bangladesh. This devastating event exposed the appalling working conditions and safety hazards faced by countless employees in the global fashion industry.
Behind the Tragedy
The eight-story Rana Plaza housed five garment factories that supplied major retailers worldwide. On the morning of April 24, 2013, cracks were noticed in the building's structure, but workers were ordered to continue working. Hours later, the building collapsed, trapping thousands of workers in the wreckage.
The collapse sparked outrage and raised urgent questions about the responsibility of multinational corporations for ensuring the safety of their workers. Investigations revealed widespread negligence and corruption, highlighting the systemic failures that allowed such a preventable disaster to occur.
In the wake of the tragedy, activists and survivors demanded accountability and reforms in the global garment industry. Ten years later, theRana Plaza collapse continues to serve as a grim reminder of the human cost of fast fashion and the ongoing need for worker safety and ethical practices.
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