Greed-fueled Urban Expansion Claims Lives as 100Ft Hoarding Kills 14 and Injures Dozens, Exposing Corrupt Authorities' Role in Tragedy.

In a devastating turn of events, a bustling city's hunger for growth turned deadly as a towering hoarding crashed down in Mumbai's Ghatkopar area, leaving a trail of death and destruction. The reckless pursuit of urbanisation, driven by profit at any cost, has once again laid bare the lethal consequences of flouting rules and regulations. The chaotic rush to urbanise has birthed a monster that threatens lives and livelihoods. The recent incident, where a 100Ft hoarding claimed 14 lives and left over 50 critically injured, highlights the dire consequences of prioritising profit over people's safety.

This tragedy is not an isolated event but a symptom of a larger problem—a system plagued by corruption and negligence. The very authorities entrusted with ensuring safety have instead turned a blind eye, allowing unscrupulous practices to thrive. The brazen disregard for rules is exemplified by the resurgence of a blacklisted agency, EGO Advertisers, owned by a fugitive with multiple serious charges against him. This flagrant violation of norms, coupled with the disregard for court rulings, paints a grim picture of a system on the brink of collapse. As the hunt for culprits ensues, it's crucial to recognize the larger pattern of negligence that permeates our urban landscape. High-rise permissions are handed out without proper safety measures in place, turning every towering structure into a potential disaster zone.

This isn't just about one tragic incident—it's about a nation teetering on the edge of catastrophe due to unchecked greed and disregard for human life. It's time to demand accountability, to preempt disasters rather than mourn them after the fact. Our collective voice must rise to ensure that lives are valued over profits and that rules are not just written but rigorously enforced to prevent future tragedies.