Gambhira Bridge, connecting crucial routes of Anand and Vadodara, collapsed on Wednesday morning, July 9, killing at least three people and several reported to be injured. The bridge is over the Mahisagar river of Gujarat's Vadodara district in Padra, where several vehicles fell into the river.
The incident occurred at around 7.30 am on Wednesday, according to the Padra police. At least four vehicles, including two trucks and two vans, fell into the river. After receiving the information, rescue teams rushed to the spot and pulled out four individuals to safety. Rescue operations are underway to locate others who may be trapped below vehicles.
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A 45-year-old bridge over the Mahisagar river collapsed, shocking several people in the region. The bridge connects the Padra and Anand districts. Around 10 people have been rescued alive, while reports indicate that five to six vehicles plunged into the river at the time of the incident, according to India TV news.
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The incident took place near Mujpur village in Vadodara. An old bridge suddenly broke, causing a Bolero jeep to fall and another jeep to cross. All four vehicles plunged into the Mahisagar River. Locals in the area quickly rushed to rescue the fallen people.
Residents blamed the administration for the disaster, claiming that repeated requests for repairing the decades-old bridge were ignored. Locals allege that despite warnings, the authorities failed to take action, leading to the bridge collapse and resulting casualties.