2013 Savar building collapse, Industrial disaster in Bangladesh
The 2013 Savar building collapse was one of the deadliest industrial disasters in history.
On April 24, 2013, the Rana Plaza factory collapsed, killing over 1,100 people.
The disaster highlighted the unsafe working conditions in Bangladesh's garment industry.
Several western brands were implicated for their role in enabling poor labor practices.
The incident led to a global conversation on ethical fashion and workers' rights.
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