The shocking incident was captured on video by locals and quickly spread across social media platforms, drawing attention to the recurring problem of bridge failures in the region.
Fortunately, there have been no reported casualties from the collapse, but it has once again exposed the vulnerabilities and lapses in the construction and maintenance of vital infrastructure projects. The bridge, which was meant to be a four-lane structure connecting Sultanganj and Khagaria districts, had already been inaugurated in 2014 by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Its subsequent collapse has raised questions about the quality of materials used and the competence of the construction team.
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