Gujarat Govt Confirms Gambhira Bridge Inspection in May Before Collapse
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The Gujarat government stated in the assembly that the Gambhira bridge, which collapsed on July 9 killing 22, was inspected in May. Four officials were suspended for negligence, and the CM noted no prior safety concerns were reported in the six months before the collapse. Following the tragedy, the Roads and Buildings department re-inspected over 6,500 bridges statewide, leading to the closure of 166 bridges for various traffic types.
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This article highlights the state government's official response and actions taken in the aftermath of the tragic Gambhira bridge collapse, including the timeline of inspections and subsequent safety measures implemented across Gujarat's infrastructure. It also touches on the political scrutiny from opposition MLAs regarding public safety.
Source: Times of India
