An iron bridge collapsed in Maharashtra, India, on Sunday, resulting in at least two fatalities and 32 injuries. Reported to be a popular tourist spot, the bridge gave way during conditions not conducive to rain, causing panic as many fell into the swollen river below. Local officials report that six people are critically injured and ongoing rescue operations are underway to find those missing. This incident underscores the long-standing concerns regarding the safety of India's infrastructure, reminiscent of the 2022 Gujarat bridge disaster, which resulted in significant casualties.
At least two people died and 32 others were injured after an iron bridge over a river collapsed on Sunday at a popular tourist destination in India's western Maharashtra state.
Fadnavis said six people were rescued and that an intense search operation was ongoing as some people were swept away.
India's infrastructure has long been marred by safety concerns, sometimes leading to major disasters on its highways and bridges.
In 2022, a century-old cable suspension bridge collapsed into a river in the western state of Gujarat, sending hundreds plunging into the water.
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