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Bridge collapse in India’s Gujarat kills at least 9

A 1985-built bridge in India’s Gujarat state collapsed, sending vehicles into a river, sparking renewed concerns over the country’s infrastructure safety

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At least 9 killed in bridge collapse in India’s western Gujarat state

At least 9 killed in bridge collapse in India’s western Gujarat state

At least nine people were killed after a bridge over a river collapsed in India’s western Gujarat state on Wednesday, news agency Press Trust of India reported while quoting police officials.

Gujarat’s Health Minister Rushikesh Patel said several vehicles were on the bridge when a portion of it collapsed, sending many into the river. He said at least five people were rescued.

The incident occurred in Gujarat’s Vadodara district, which has witnessed heavy rains over the past few days. The bridge was constructed in 1985, Patel said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the accident was “deeply saddening” and offered condolences to those who died.

Rescuers and locals look for survivors after several vehicles fell into a river following the collapse of a portion of a bridge in the Indian state of Gujarat on Wednesday. Photo: AP
Rescuers and locals look for survivors after several vehicles fell into a river following the collapse of a portion of a bridge in the Indian state of Gujarat on Wednesday. Photo: AP

India’s infrastructure has long been marred by safety concerns, sometimes leading to major disasters on its highways and bridges.

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