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Hans India
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Vadodara bridge collapse: Gujarat govt disburses Rs 62 lakh assistance to victims
Gandhinagar: Days after the bridge collapse in Gujarat's Vadodara district shook the nation, the families of victims, including the deceased and injured, are being provided with the monetary compensation of Rs 4 lakh and Rs 50,000 respectively, as announced by the Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Gujarat Chief Minister had announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for those injured, while ordering a high-level inquiry into the Mujpur-Gambhira bridge collapse last week, resulting in the death of over a dozen people. As per a government statement, Rs 62 lakh financial assistance was distributed to the families of victims till Sunday. Chhotaudepur MP Jashubhai Rathwa and Padra MLA Chaitanya Singh Jhala distributed the cheques of financial assistance on Sunday. While meeting the affected families, the elected representatives also shared their grief over the accident and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. The administrative officials were also present on the occasion to assist in cheque distribution to the kin of those devastated by the sudden bridge collapse. As per the details, cheques worth a total of Rs 62 lakh have been distributed till Sunday, which includes the families of four injured and 15 deceased. The incident occurred on July 9 at around 7:30 a.m. when the Gambhira bridge, spanning the Mahisagar River near Mujpur village. A portion of the bridge suddenly collapsed and fell into the Mahisagar River below. The bridge served as a crucial link between the Vadodara and Anand districts, connecting Central Gujarat to the Saurashtra region. Expressing sorrow over the tragedy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced Rs 2 lakh as ex gratia for the next of kin of each deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured, from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF).
Gulf Today
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Gulf Today
Bridge collapse kills 9 in Gujarat, survivors recall horror
Tragedy struck Gujarat's Vadodara district when a portion of the Gambhira-Mujpur bridge in Padra taluka collapsed, plunging several vehicles into the Mahisagar (Mahi) River. Even as nine people died in the tragedy that left scores injured, survivors of the mishap on Wednesday recounted the terrifying moments when the bridge suddenly gave way beneath them. Speaking to IANS, Raju, one of the survivors, said, "There was a pickup vehicle, a rickshaw, and a two-wheeler on the bridge when it collapsed. I was on the bridge with my uncle. I don't know where he is now. I fell into the river and somehow survived. I was travelling from Dwarka to Tadkeshwar in a bus." Narendra Singh, another survivor, shared, "I was returning home after my duty. I was on my bike. Just as I reached the bridge, it collapsed right under me." The bridge, which serves as a crucial connector between Anand and Vadodara districts, collapsed during peak traffic hours. Preliminary reports suggest that four vehicles – a Bolero SUV, two trucks, and a pickup van – were crossing the structure when it crumbled without warning. Eyewitnesses described hearing a loud cracking sound moments before the vehicles plummeted into the river. Emergency services, including the fire brigade, local police, and Vadodara district administration officials, rushed to the site and launched rescue operations. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed grief over the loss of lives and announced ex-gratia compensation of Rs 2 lakh each to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF). "The loss of lives due to the collapse of a bridge in Vadodara district is deeply saddening. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon," the Prime Minister's Office (@PMOIndia) posted on X. Locals joined the rescue effort, helping pull the injured from the water and wreckage. At least three individuals have been rescued and hospitalised. Padra MLA Chaitanyasinh Zala visited the scene shortly after the incident, while authorities cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the cause of the collapse. Locals allege years of administrative neglect led to the disaster. "This bridge was already in a dangerous condition. People had been warning about it for a long time. It's not just a traffic hazard - it had become a suicide point," said one resident. Senior Congress leader Amit Chavda expressed concern on social media: "The main Gambhira bridge connecting Anand and Vadodara has collapsed. Multiple vehicles have fallen into the river. Rescue efforts must be immediate, and alternative traffic arrangements should be made." Rescue teams continued to search for missing persons late into the evening, using cranes to retrieve submerged vehicles from the river. Indo-Asian News Service
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Business Standard
10-07-2025
- General
- Business Standard
Gujarat bridge collapse: CM announces ₹4 lakh aid for families of victims
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh for the families of those who died in the bridge collapse in Vadodara. He also announced Rs 50,000 for the injured. At least nine people were killed after a portion of the Gambhira bridge collapsed in the Padra area of Gujarat's Vadodara district on Wednesday. In a post on X, the CM Patel said, "The collapse of a span of the Gambhira Bridge, connecting Anand and Vadodara, has caused an accident that is deeply distressing to the heart. The state government stands with full compassion alongside every family affected by this tragedy. The state government will provide assistance of 4 lakh rupees to the next of kin of the deceased. Additionally, each person injured in the accident will receive assistance of Rs 50,000, and all treatment arrangements will also be provided by the state government." Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed deep sorrow over the collapse. Taking to X, Amit Shah assured that the NDRF team has begun rescue and relief work at the accident site. He also offered condolences to the victim's family. "The accident that occurred in the Vadodara district of Gujarat is very tragic. The NDRF team has reached the accident site and is engaged in relief and rescue operations, and all possible assistance is being provided to the victims. My condolences are with those who have lost their loved ones in this accident. I pray to God for the speedy recovery of the injured," Amit Shah said. Vadodara Superintendent of Police (SP) Rohan Anand said that nine people have died and nine others have been rescued following the collapse of a slab on the Gambhira bridge in the Padra area of Gujarat's Vadodara district. Speaking to reporters, SP Anand said, "Around nine people have died. Further processing is underway at a hospital. Around nine people have been rescued, five of them have been referred to the SSG Hospital. None of the people who have been rescued are critical." He said that a 10-15 metre slab in the middle of the bridge had collapsed. Two trucks, two pickup vans, and a rickshaw fell into the river while two vehicles remained stranded on the bridge. "We came to know that a 10-15 metres slab in the middle of the bridge collapsed. There were two vehicles on the bridge that got stranded. Two trucks, two pickups and a rickshaw fell into the river below. Locals and rescue teams started rescuing them," the Vadodara SP added. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of the deceased in the Vadodara bridge collapse. The injured would be given Rs 50,000.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
President, PM condole deaths in bridge collapse; Gujarat chief minister asks for report
Gandhinagar: President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, chief minister Bhupendra Patel, and other leaders condoled the deaths in Wednesday's bridge collapse. The state govt announced an ex gratia of Rs 4 lakh to families of each of the deceased. The Centre, meanwhile announced ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh for kin from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF). Those injured will get Rs 50,000 each from the state govt and the PMNRF. The bridge collapse was discussed at the state Cabinet meeting where the reportedly summoned officials of the state roads and buildings department and directed them to file a report on the cause of the incident. "The news of the death of several people in a bridge accident in Gujarat's Vadodara district is extremely tragic. I express my deep condolences to the bereaved families. My prayers are that all those injured in this accident recover quickly," President Murmu said in a post on X. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad "The loss of lives due to the collapse of a bridge in Vadodara district, Gujarat, is deeply saddening. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon," the PM said in an X post. "The accident caused by the collapse of a section of the Gambhira Bridge connecting Anand and Vadodara is deeply distressing. The state govt stands in full solidarity with each family affected by this tragedy," the chief minister stated.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Watch: Rescue teams try to pull out truck after Gujarat bridge collapse; 10 dead, several injured
NEW DELHI: Rescue teams are still working to pull out a truck that fell into the Mahisagar River after a section of the Gambhira Bridge collapsed in Gujarat's Vadodara district on Wednesday morning. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now So far, ten people have died and nine others have been taken to nearby hospitals with injuries. The incident took place around 7:30 am when a truck, a van, and a car were crossing the bridge. A part of the structure suddenly gave way, causing the vehicles to fall into the river. Locals rushed to help and called emergency services. Police and disaster response teams quickly reached the site and began rescue efforts. 'A portion of the bridge collapsed suddenly. Three vehicles that were passing from that stretch fell into the river. We have initiated rescue operations and 10 people have been pulled out so far,' a fire brigade official told PTI. The bridge, located about 25 km from Vadodara city, is an important route for transport vehicles heading to Saurashtra. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a foreign visit, called Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel to take stock of the situation. He expressed condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wished a speedy recovery to the injured. An ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each from the PM's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) has been announced for the families of the deceased, and Rs 50,000 for each injured person. The Gujarat Congress, meanwhile, has criticised the state government and held it responsible for the collapse.
