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The Rana Plaza collapse in Bangladesh in 2013 resulted in a tragic industrial disaster, resulting in over 1,100 deaths and thousands of injuries. The building, originally six stories, housed garment factories, a bank, and shops, but was expanded to eight stories without proper engineering oversight and safety regulations. Despite warning signs, workers were ordered to return to work. The collapse occurred during work hours, trapping thousands of workers inside, resulting in one of the deadliest industrial accidents in history. The disaster prompted widespread outrage and calls for improved safety standards and working conditions in the garment industry. The Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh and the Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety were initiated to enhance factory safety and improve working conditions. The Rana Plaza collapse brought global attention to the working conditions and treatment of garment workers in developing countries, raising questions about ethical sourcing, corporate responsibility, and consumer demand for change.

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