A 45-year-old bridge over the Mahisagar River in Gujarat’s Vadodara district collapsed, killing nine and injuring eight. Five vehicles plunged into the river, and a tanker was left stranded.
Rescue teams, including firefighters and divers, responded quickly. Locals blamed officials for ignoring maintenance warnings. The collapse cut a key route between Vadodara and Anand, forcing a 40 km detour.
Prime Minister Modi offered condolences and announced compensation for victims’ families.