67 Dead in Indonesian School Collapse, Sparking Calls for Safety Reform
A tragic building collapse at the Al Khoziny Islamic boarding school in Indonesia has left 67 people dead and many more injured, sparking national grief and calls for reform in school construction safety. The incident has highlighted the need for stricter enforcement of building regulations.
The collapse occurred during evening prayers, with most victims being teenage boys aged 12 to 19 who were in the multi-story prayer hall. The building was undergoing unauthorized expansion, with two additional floors being added without proper permits from the national weather service, which experts suggest led to structural instability and ultimately, the collapse. Rescue efforts by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas) have ended, with all debris cleared and no further remains expected to be found. However, the identification process continues, with only 17 bodies positively identified so far, and many others requiring DNA analysis.
The tragedy has left many families in deep anguish and triggered national grief, calling for sweeping reform in school construction safety. Responsibility for post-disaster recovery and support for victims' families will pass to Indonesia's National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB).
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