Maharashtra: The Pune Bridge on the Indrayani river collapsed, six people have died so far, 20 people are feared to be swept away
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Today, on Sunday, the bridge built on the Indrayani River in Pune, Maharashtra suddenly collapsed. Many people are feared to have been swept away in this accident. At the same time, the death of about six people has been confirmed. This incident happened in Kundmala. This is a popular tourist destination of Pune. A lot of crowd is seen here this season.
Bridge built on Indrayani River collapses Pune Bridge Collapses
People had come from far and wide to enjoy the beautiful waterfalls of Talegaon. But no one would have thought that their trip would become a horrific experience. Actually, this whole matter is of Talegaon located in Pune rural area of Maharashtra. Where an old iron bridge built near the waterfall suddenly broke down this afternoon. More than 30 people were present on this bridge at that time. According to the people present there, a part of the bridge broke with a loud sound and many people were swept away in the strong current of the waterfall.
Six dead
According to the information so far, about 20 to 25 people are feared to have been swept away in the fast speed of water. So six people have died.
The local administration was informed after which SDRF and fire brigade teams reached the spot. Local people and rescue team rescued some. While the search for the rest is still on.
The bridge was already weak
According to an eyewitness, the bridge was already very weak. Complaints were made about it many times. But no improvement or any action was taken. What happened today is the result of negligence. Let us tell you that the police has sealed this area. The rescue operation is going on.
