Partial collapse of Vikramshila Setu in Bhagalpur disrupts traffic; major accident avoided
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- •A portion of the Vikramshila Setu in Bhagalpur collapsed around 11:30 AM on Monday, causing traffic disruptions and narrowly avoiding a major accident.
- •No casualties were reported, as the affected section was cordoned off immediately, preventing vehicles or pedestrians from entering the compromised area.
- •The 30-year-old bridge, inaugurated in 1994, is under investigation for possible structural weaknesses or substandard materials contributing to the collapse.
- •Local authorities have advised against using the bridge until repairs or further assessments are completed, urging commuters to take alternative routes.
A section of the Vikramshila Setu in Bihar’s Bhagalpur district partially collapsed on Monday, causing significant disruptions to vehicular movement and narrowly averting what could have been a catastrophic accident. The incident occurred around 11:30 AM, when a portion of the bridge’s railing and deck gave way, leaving a gaping void over the Ganga River. Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud noise followed by the sudden collapse, which sent dust and debris into the air.
Local authorities, including the Bihar State Road Development Corporation (BSRDC), promptly cordoned off the affected area to prevent any further damage or accidents. Traffic on the bridge, a vital link between Bhagalpur and surrounding districts, was immediately halted in both directions. Officials confirmed that no vehicles or pedestrians were on the compromised section at the time of the collapse, thus averting any potential loss of life or serious injury.
