CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Following a powerful earthquake in Myanmar, Thailand has launched an investigation into the partial collapse of a skyscraper in Bangkok. The tremor, which originated in Myanmar, caused tremors across northern Thailand and Bangkok, leading to structural damage in several high-rise buildings. One of the most severely affected structures is reportedly linked to a Chinese construction firm, raising serious concerns about design standards and material quality.
Thai authorities have swiftly ordered a full probe to assess the root cause of the collapse and to determine whether construction flaws, earthquake impact, or foreign involvement played a decisive role. Engineers, safety experts, and government officials are now inspecting the site and reviewing permits and records related to the building’s construction.
The incident has stirred public worry over the resilience of urban infrastructure in earthquake-prone zones and prompted broader scrutiny of foreign firms involved in large-scale construction projects across Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, no fatalities have been reported, but several occupants were evacuated as a safety precaution.
The Myanmar quake and its aftershocks have reignited debates around building safety regulations in Bangkok, as well as transparency in real estate development. More updates are expected as the investigation unfolds.
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