Bihar
Bridge Collapse in Bihar
- 24 Jun 2024
- 1 min read
Why in News?
Recently, an under-construction bridge in Bihar's East Champaran district collapsed, making it the third such incident in the state in a week.
Key Points
- The 16-meter-long bridge, over a canal in the Ghorasahan block, was being built by the Rural Works Department (RWD) at a cost of Rs 1.5 crore.
- According to the officials, a departmental inquiry has been initiated as a serious issue has arisen, and severe measures will be enforced against the individuals responsible.
- This incident follows two similar occurrences in the state in Siwan and Araria district.
