Explorer

1 Dead, 9 Injured After Under-Construction Bridge Collapses In Bihar's Supaul

Bihar Bridge Collapse: In February 2014, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar laid the foundation stone for the bridge near Maricha between Bheja-Bakaur.

Bihar Bridge Collapse: One person died and nine others suffered injuries after a portion of an under-construction bridge collapsed near Maricha between Bheja-Bakaur on Friday. District Magistrate Kaushal Kumar and other senior officials immediately rushed to the spot.

According to ANI, #WATCH | Supaul, Bihar: A part of an under-construction bridge collapsed near Maricha between Bheja-Bakaur.

 
 

NHAI Regional Officer YB Singh, as per PTI said, "Unfortunately, one person died on the way to the hospital, and the other nine were rescued with minor injuries. They are out of danger now." 

"Adequate compensation for the deceased as well as injured victims is being arranged. Experts have been briefed and asked to assess the reason for the accident and suggest necessary remedial measures. Senior NHAI officers have rushed to the site to take immediate action on the matter," he added.

Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha, who holds Road Construction portfolio, stated that an investigation has been initiated and appropriate measures will be taken against those accountable for the incident. Describing it as a tragic event, he assured that the government would ensure the affected families receive sufficient compensation.

Sinha emphasized that he maintained continuous communication with both the NHAI and the district administration, as per the report.

Meanwhile, the bridge was being constructed to connect Bhagalpur and Khagaria districts. This bridge, which was still under construction and experienced a partial collapse, had an estimated cost exceeding Rs 1,700 crore and was originally slated for completion by 2019. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar laid the foundation stone for this structure in February 2014.

View More
Advertisement
Advertisement
25°C
New Delhi
Rain: 100mm
Humidity: 97%
Wind: WNW 47km/h
See Today's Weather
powered by
Accu Weather
Advertisement

Top Headlines

Indian Army Resumes Restricted Patrolling At Depsang Plains As Disengagement With China Progresses
Indian Army Resumes Restricted Patrolling At Depsang Plains As Disengagement With China Progresses
'Such Violent Acts Will Never Weaken India’s Resolve': PM Modi Condemns Attack On Hindu Temple In Canada
'Such Violent Acts Will Never Weaken India’s Resolve': PM Modi Condemns Attack On Hindu Temple In Canada
'I Have My Own Faith...': CJI Chandrachud Breaks Silence On 'Praying To God' For Solution To Ayodhya Case
'I Have My Own Faith...': CJI Chandrachud Breaks Silence On 'Praying To God' For Solution To Ayodhya Case
Chhath Puja: Packed Stations, Passengers Standing In Toilets As Overloaded Trains Struggle With Festival Rush
Chhath Puja: Packed Stations, Passengers Standing In Toilets As Overloaded Trains Struggle With Festival Rush
Advertisement
ABP Premium

Videos

Almora Bus Accident: Bus Carrying 42 Plunges Into Ravine in Uttarakhand | ABP NewsBreaking News: Poster Wars Heat Up in Lucknow Ahead of UP By-Elections | ABP NewsManoj Jarange Makes Bold Declaration Ahead of Maharashtra Elections 2024UP News: Political Resolution Looms for UP's 69,000 Teacher Recruitment Saga Ahead of By-Elections

Photo Gallery

Embed widget