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The Independent
5 days ago
- The Independent
Tourists accused of ignoring warning signs before bridge collapse
A 33-year-old iron bridge has collapsed over the Indrayani River in Pune, India, resulting in at least four deaths and numerous injuries. The collapse occurred around 3.30pm local time on Sunday, with about 125 tourists gathered on the bridge. Rescue teams transported over 50 injured people to hospitals, while two national disaster relief force teams were deployed to the site. The bridge, which connected two villages, reportedly had a warning sign indicating it was "unfit for travel", but tourists allegedly ignored it. The state government has announced financial assistance of Rs500,000 (approximately £4,285) for each of the victims' families.
The Independent
5 days ago
- The Independent
Watch: Rescue operation launched after bridge collapses into river at tourist site in India
At least four people have died and more than 30 others injured after a bridge collapsed into a river at a tourist site in Pune, India. Footage showed ongoing rescue operations at the site, with National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams on foot and in a boat appearing to help pull people from the water under the fallen bridge. At least six people were hospitalized in critical condition, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wrote on X. Local media reported that scores of tourists were on the bridge when it collapsed, plunging many into the swollen river.
The Independent
5 days ago
- The Independent
Four dead after dozens swept away in bridge collapse in India
At least four people died after a bridge on a river collapsed in a popular tourist destination in India's western city of Pune. The 33-year-old iron bridge over the Indrayani river collapsed on Sunday afternoon around 3.30pm (local time) when about 125 tourists had gathered. More than 50 people, who sustained injuries after being swept away in the river, were rescued and rushed to the hospital for treatment. The incident took place following two days of incessant rainfall and overcrowding on the bridge, local reports said, as authorities launched an investigation into the collapse. Eyewitness Raghuveer Shelar said the bridge suddenly collapsed, and at least 20-25 people were swept away. "Some rescue workers saved a few tourists and some are feared trapped in the bridge debris," he told Reuters. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said two national disaster relief force teams, along with local disaster response units, were rushed to the spot. "I was deeply saddened to hear the news of the tragedy that occurred when a bridge over the Indrayani River collapsed in Indori, near Talegaon in Pune district," Mr Fadnavis said on X. Those killed in the bridge collapse have been identified as Rohit Mane, 35, Chandrakant Sathale, 65, and five-year-old Vihan Mane. The fourth victim is yet to be identified. The state government has announced a financial assistance of Rs500,000 (£4,285) each to the families of the victims. The Indian Express reported that the bridge connecting two villages that collapsed had a warning board saying it was 'unfit for travel' at its entrance. Earlier in June, the local district collector reportedly issued a prohibitory order restricting tourists from approaching water bodies and certain natural sites, due to safety concerns during the monsoon season. Residents claimed the bridge was declared unfit over two years ago, but tourists regularly ignored the warning sign. 'A huge number of tourists are here on the weekend. The board is ignored by everybody. On weekends, there is a queue to get on the bridge from both sides," Prateek Pawar from Somatane village told the newspaper. "The sides of the road leading up to the bridge are filled with parked vehicles, showing how many people turn up here. This is a very famous selfie spot. They ignore the warning." 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 and killing at least 132 in one of the worst accidents in the country in the past decade.
South China Morning Post
5 days ago
- South China Morning Post
Bridge collapses at tourist hotspot in India, dozens swept away
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. Advertisement The state's top elected official, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, wrote on social media that at least six people were hospitalised in critical condition. Local media reported that scores of tourists were on the bridge when it collapsed, plunging many into the swollen river. Rescuers work at the site of the bridge collapse near Pune on Sunday. Photo: AP Photo Fadnavis said six people were rescued and that an intense search operation was under way as some people were swept away. The incident occurred in Kundamala area in Pune district, which has witnessed heavy rains over the past few days, giving the river a steady flow, Press Trust of India reported. It was not raining when the bridge collapsed in an area frequented by picnickers, the news agency reported. Rescuers work at the site of the collapsed bridge over the Indrayani River on Sunday. Photo: AFP Police said teams of the National Disaster Response Force and other search and recovery units had undertaken rescue operations, according to the Press Trust of India.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
Over two dozen swept away after a deadly bridge collapse in India
STORY: :: Witnesses say tourists were on this bridge in India when it collapsed, many of whom were swept away :: Pune, India :: June 15, 2025 :: Raghuveer Shelar, Eyewitness "The bridge suddenly collapsed. At least 20-25 people were swept away. Some rescue workers saved a few tourists and some are feared trapped in the bridge debris." An eyewitness said there were a group of tourists on the bridge when it collapsed. Rescue operations, led by National Disaster Response Force, are currently underway.
