Mumbai bridge collapse: Alert motorman and pointsman save hundred of lives
6 years, 8 months ago

Mumbai bridge collapse: Alert motorman and pointsman save hundred of lives

Hindustan Times  

Had it not been for motorman Chandrashekar Sawant and pointsman Ganesh Vadge, the Andheri bridge collapse could have claimed more lives on Tuesday morning. While Sawant halted a Churchgate-bound train by applying emergency brakes, Vadge, who saw the bridge collapsing, immediately informed the control room to switch off the current in the overhead wires, leading to a halt of all train services. The pointsman,, Vadge saw the bridge coming down and alerted the WR control room to stop all services. I then called up the control room and asked them to stop local services and switch off the overhead wires,” said Vadge Meanwhile, railway minister Piyush Goyal, who visited the site, lauded Sawant’s efforts and announced a Rs5-lakh award.

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One person dead as portion of under-construction bridge collapses in Palanpur in Gujarat
1 year, 5 months ago

One person dead as portion of under-construction bridge collapses in Palanpur in Gujarat

The Hindu  

One person was killed after a portion of an under-construction bridge collapsed in Palanpur town in Gujarat's Banaskantha district on Monday and a search and rescue operation at the site was underway, officials said. Six concrete girders or slabs, which were recently installed on the pillars of the under-construction bridge near RTO check post, collapsed in the afternoon, said Banaskantha …

Video: Portion of under-construction bridge collapses in Gujarat's Palanpur, three dead
1 year, 5 months ago

Video: Portion of under-construction bridge collapses in Gujarat's Palanpur, three dead

India TV News  

Palanpur: A portion of an under-construction bridge collapsed in Palanpur town in Gujarat's Banaskantha district on Monday, resulting in the tragic death of three people, said officials. A slab of the bridge, measuring more than 50 meters in length, collapsed near Palanpur's RTI Circle on the road leading to Ambaji. Congress on bridge collapse Congress leader Amit Chavda, responding to …

Suspension bridge collapse kills at least 132 in India
2 years, 4 months ago

Suspension bridge collapse kills at least 132 in India

Associated Press  

MORBI, India — Military teams were searching Monday for people missing after a century-old cable suspension bridge collapsed into a river Sunday in the western Indian state of Gujarat, sending hundreds plunging into the water and killing at least 132 in one of the worst accidents in the country in the past decade. Authorities said the 19th-century, colonial-era pedestrian bridge …

Deadly Gujarat bridge collapse: What do we know so far?
2 years, 4 months ago

Deadly Gujarat bridge collapse: What do we know so far?

Al Jazeera  

At least 134 people are killed and 170 rescued after a bridge collapsed in the western Indian state during Diwali celebrations. Authorities in the western Indian state of Gujarat have arrested nine people in connection with the collapse of a suspension bridge, which killed at least 134 people. Inspector General of Police Ashok Yadav said criminal investigations have been opened …

At least 60 people killed in bridge collapse in India
2 years, 4 months ago

At least 60 people killed in bridge collapse in India

Al Jazeera  

The 230-metre bridge was built during British rule in the 19th century and was recently reopened to the public after renovations. At least 60 people have been killed and dozens injured when a suspension bridge in India’s western Gujarat state collapsed, plunging hundreds of people into the water below. TV footage showed dozens of people clinging onto the cables and …

Mumbai: Under-construction foot overbridge collapses in Govandi area; 2 injured
5 years, 1 month ago

Mumbai: Under-construction foot overbridge collapses in Govandi area; 2 injured

India TV News  

At least two people got injured after an under-construction foot overbridge collapsed in Mankhurd area of Mumbai on Wednesday night. The incident took place at Bainganwadi junction near Ghatkopar-Mankhurd Link Road, the official said. Pundalik Kaygude, Police Inspector Traffic, said that two cars were also damaged in the incident. "Two persons, who were standing near the under-construction FOB, sustained injuries …

CST bridge collapse in Mumbai: Twitter mocks Devendra Fadnavis, says 'totally disappointed' after 6 die in accident
6 years ago

CST bridge collapse in Mumbai: Twitter mocks Devendra Fadnavis, says 'totally disappointed' after 6 die in accident

Firstpost  

Mumbai CST bridge collapse: Reactions started pouring in as soon reports of the collapse started gaining traction on social media. #CST #CSMT — Pratik Modi🇮🇳 March 14, 2019 Other politicians and leaders, including Congress chief Rahul Gandhi, Milind Deora Union Railway Minister Piyush Goyal, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, Congress spokesperson Sanjay Jha, Randeep Singh Surjewala, actor Amitabh Bachchan, former …

Mumbai foot overbridge collapse toll rises to 6, 33 hurt | Pics
6 years ago

Mumbai foot overbridge collapse toll rises to 6, 33 hurt | Pics

India TV News  

At least six persons were killed and another 30 injured, including some critically, when a portion of a overhead pedestrian bridge outside the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus came crashing down on Thursday. Image Source : PTI Mumbai: Rescue worker clear away debris of a collapsed foot overbridge Officials claimed that the bridge was found to be sturdy after a recent …

Mumbai CSMT foot over bridge collapse updates: Death toll rises to 6, more than 35 badly injured
6 years ago

Mumbai CSMT foot over bridge collapse updates: Death toll rises to 6, more than 35 badly injured

Firstpost  

0:14 AM Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Death toll rises to 6 in Mumbai CSMT foot over bridge collapse What we know so far: Six people are confirmed dead and 36 have been badly injured after a foot over bridge near CSMT railway station in Mumbai caved in around 7:30 pm Thursday on Dr DN Road. The Maharashtra government has ordered a …

Collapsed Mumbai Bridge was used by terrorist Ajmal Kasab during 26/11 Mumbai attack
6 years ago

Collapsed Mumbai Bridge was used by terrorist Ajmal Kasab during 26/11 Mumbai attack

ABP News  

Mumbai: The Bridge which connected the area near the Times of India building with the iconic CSMT station collapsed on Thursday. The bridge was commonly known as 'Kasab bridge' as the 26/11 Mumbai attack terrorist passed through it during the terror strike in Maharashtra's capital. In the accident, five persons were killed and 29 injured after a major portion of …

Mumbai CSMT bridge collapse: Narendra Modi condoles deaths, Devendra Fadnavis orders probe into incident
6 years ago

Mumbai CSMT bridge collapse: Narendra Modi condoles deaths, Devendra Fadnavis orders probe into incident

Firstpost  

Reacting to the incident at one of the busiest stations in Mumbai, Narendra Modi condoled the loss of lives due to the accident and ensured Maharashtra Government would provide all assistance to those affected. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the loss of lives due to the accident and assured that the Maharashtra Government would provide all assistance to those affected. …

Mumbai Bridge Collapse: Site of tragedy is infamous as Kasab Bridge, here's why
6 years ago

Mumbai Bridge Collapse: Site of tragedy is infamous as Kasab Bridge, here's why

India TV News  

The bridge which connects the area near the Times of India building with the iconic CSMT station, commonly knwon as 'Kasab bridge' collapsed on Thursday evening. The bridge was named 'Kasab Bridge' after the 26/11 Mumbai attack terrorist Ajmal Kasab passed through it during the terror attacks. Five persons were killed and 34 got persons injured after a major portion …

Story of negligence: CST Bridge collapse third such tragedy in Mumbai in past two years
6 years ago

Story of negligence: CST Bridge collapse third such tragedy in Mumbai in past two years

India TV News  

Today's CST bridge collapse, which has claimed at least four lives and has left three dozens others injured, is unfortunately third such tragedy in last two years. Andheri bridge collapse: On June 3, last year a railway bridge collapsed during incessant rains in Mumbai's Andheri. At least five people were reported injured even as a major tragedy was averted as …

‘Red light at signal saved lives’, says witness of overbridge collapse near Mumbai’s CST
6 years ago

‘Red light at signal saved lives’, says witness of overbridge collapse near Mumbai’s CST

Hindustan Times  

Nothing was visible for the first few minutes after an overbridge near Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus collapsed on Thursday evening, according to witnesses and immediate rescuers. Mohommad Akhtar Ansari, a taxi driver, whose vehicle was crushed when a slab of the overbridge near Mumbai’s CST collapsed on Thursday evening. Watch: Foot overbridge collapses near CST in Mumbai, many injured Another …

Highlights | Case of negligence filed by Mumbai cops after bridge collapse
6 years ago

Highlights | Case of negligence filed by Mumbai cops after bridge collapse

Hindustan Times  

Rahul Gandhi expresses grief मुंबई फुटओवर ब्रिज हादसे की ख़बर से मुझे बेहद दुःख हुआ है। मृतकों के परिजनों के प्रति मैं अपनी गहरी शोक और संवेदना व्यक्त करता हूँ। जो घायल हैं उन्हें जल्द से जल्द राहत मिले मेरी ये प्रार्थना है। — Rahul Gandhi March 14, 2019 Case of negligence filed by Mumbai cops after bridge collapse The …

Kolkata Majerhat bridge collapse: One more body recovered, death toll touches 3
6 years, 6 months ago

Kolkata Majerhat bridge collapse: One more body recovered, death toll touches 3

India TV News  

The death toll in Majerhat bridge in Kolkata touched three on Thursday after one more body was recovered from the debris of the over 50-year-old flyover which collapsed on Tuesday. While one body was recovered on Tuesday itself, another person was found dead on Wednesday evening as NDRF and local authorities removed big chunks of concrete. "It is God's grace …

Majerhat bridge collapse: We heard a loud bang and saw portion of bridge cave in, says eyewitness in Kolkata
6 years, 6 months ago

Majerhat bridge collapse: We heard a loud bang and saw portion of bridge cave in, says eyewitness in Kolkata

Firstpost  

According to eye witnesses, shortly after Majerhat bridge collapsed, personnel from fire brigade, police and NDRF reached the spot Kolkata: A labourer engaged in metro railway work who witnessed the collapse of Majerhat bridge in Kolkata on Tuesday said, “We were working nearby and suddenly heard a loud bang. Then, we saw a portion of the bridge collapse.” The incident …

Kolkata bridge collapse: 'We heard a loud bang and..,' eyewitness recounts horror
6 years, 6 months ago

Kolkata bridge collapse: 'We heard a loud bang and..,' eyewitness recounts horror

ABP News  

KOLKATA: "We were working nearby and suddenly heard a loud bang. Then, we saw a portion of the bridge collapse," said a labourer engaged in metro railway work who witnessed the collapse of Majerhat bridge in Kolkata on Tuesday. Shortly after the bridge collapsed, personnel from fire brigade, police and NDRF reched the spot, eye witnesses said. As evening turned …

One killed, several injured as bridge collapses in Kolkata
6 years, 6 months ago

One killed, several injured as bridge collapses in Kolkata

Live Mint  

Kolkata: At least one person was killed and several were injured when a portion of the Majerhat bridge in south Kolkata collapsed on Tuesday evening, the second such incident in two years. Chief minister Mamata Banerjee said one person was killed, 19 people were injured and at least six were feared to be trapped under the debris. According to locals, …

Mumbai bridge collapse turns lens on city's infrastructure: Spot warning signs early to prevent mishaps, say experts
6 years, 8 months ago

Mumbai bridge collapse turns lens on city's infrastructure: Spot warning signs early to prevent mishaps, say experts

Firstpost  

The recent road overbridge collapse at Mumbai’s Andheri railway station during a spell of heavy rain has raised concerns over the robustness of the city’s infrastructure. Western Railways public relations officer Ravindra Bhakar said that the Western Railway, Central Railway and BMC, along with IIT-Bombay are currently in the process of conducting a structural audit of all 445 bridges going …

Mumbai Bridge Collapse: Piyush Goyal thanks motor man for averting major disaster
6 years, 8 months ago

Mumbai Bridge Collapse: Piyush Goyal thanks motor man for averting major disaster

ABP News  

Mumbai, July 3 : Union Railway Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said that he will reward motorman Chandrashekhar Sawant, who averted a bigger tragedy by stopping the train as soon as he saw an overhead electric line snap, when a part of a bridge collapsed in Mumbai's Andheri station. Goyal said, "I would like to thank motorman Chandrashekhar Sawant who …

Mumbai over-bridge collapse: 'I have ordered an inquiry into this. Commissioner of Rail Safety will give report in 15 days,' says Piyush Goyal
6 years, 8 months ago

Mumbai over-bridge collapse: 'I have ordered an inquiry into this. Commissioner of Rail Safety will give report in 15 days,' says Piyush Goyal

India TV News  

Railway Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said it was unfortunate that part of an over bridge collapsed in Mumbai’s Andheri West and added an inquiry was ordered. Commissioner of Rail Safety will give report in 15 days,” ANI quoted Piyush Goyal saying. Mumbai was crippled for the second time in less than a month after a section of a foot …

Andheri Bridge Collapse LIVE: 1 Critical, 3 Injured; Scores Stranded in Mumbai Rain as Western Line Paralysed
6 years, 8 months ago

Andheri Bridge Collapse LIVE: 1 Critical, 3 Injured; Scores Stranded in Mumbai Rain as Western Line Paralysed

News 18  

Mumbai bridge collapse live updates: At least one person is critical and three others were injured when a part of the Gokhale road overbridge collapsed on SV road. Scores of passengers have been left stranded in Mumbai rain during morning rush hour after the partial collapse disrupted services of the Western Railway. Part of the bridge, which connects Andheri East …

As it happened: Mumbai-Goa highway bridge collapses, CM Fadnavis orders probe
8 years, 7 months ago

As it happened: Mumbai-Goa highway bridge collapses, CM Fadnavis orders probe

Firstpost  

5:48 PM Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Goa PWD minister faults engineers, not govt for Maharastra bridge tragedy Goa PWD Minister Sudin Dhavalikar on Wednesday faulted government engineers for negligence which could have led to the collapse of a British era bridge over the Savitri river in Maharashtra. It is a department’s mistake, engineers’ mistake.” He was asked by reporters, if negligence …

Mumbai-Goa highway bridge collapse: 2 dead, 20 people missing; NDRF rescue op under way
8 years, 7 months ago

Mumbai-Goa highway bridge collapse: 2 dead, 20 people missing; NDRF rescue op under way

Firstpost  

A bridge, on the Mumbai-Goa highway, collapsed at around 2 am on Tuesday. Mumbai-Goa highway bridge collapse: 2 bodies have been recovered so far, says Raigad district collector, Sheetal Ugale — ANI August 3, 2016 The coast guard has joined the rescue operation, as reported by Times Now. Rescue operations underway pic.twitter.com/Q2Y1kebJAj — ANI August 3, 2016 Pics of Indian …

British-era Mumbai-Goa highway bridge collapses, 20 missing, 2 bodies recovered
8 years, 7 months ago

British-era Mumbai-Goa highway bridge collapses, 20 missing, 2 bodies recovered

India Today  

A bridge on the Mumbai-Goa highway collapsed late last night, bringing traffic to a complete halt. UPROAR IN MAHARASHTRA ASSEMBLY The Opposition in Maharashtra Legislative Assembly today sought a judicial probe into the Mahad tragedy, where at least 22 people in two buses were swept away after a British-era bridge collapsed on the Mumbai-Goa Highway. Two state transport buses with …

Kolkata bridge collapse: At least 21 dead and 150 feared trapped after flyover collapses
8 years, 11 months ago

Kolkata bridge collapse: At least 21 dead and 150 feared trapped after flyover collapses

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy At least 21 people have …

Bridge under construction over Mahanadi river collapsed in Odisha, 20 injured
10 years, 6 months ago

Bridge under construction over Mahanadi river collapsed in Odisha, 20 injured

India TV News  

New Delhi: An under-constructed bridge over the Mahanadi River connecting Banki and Athagarh collapsed on Wednesday night near Jatamundia, Odisha. Sources said three persons were shifted to SCB Medical Colleges and Hospital whose conditions were stated to be critical.Sources said the bridge's four pillars and five spans crashed. Till the filing of this report rescue work by Tigira fire fighter …

Three held for Mumbai flyover collapse, L&T stands by safety measures
12 years, 1 month ago

Three held for Mumbai flyover collapse, L&T stands by safety measures

Firstpost  

Three people have been arrested after a collapse of an under-construction bridge killed three labourers near the Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Marol, but L&T, who were responsible for the project, said the incident was an ‘accident’. Three people have been arrested after a collapse of an under-construction bridge killed three labourers in Mumbai near the Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport …

1 killed, 11 injured in Metro bridge collapse in Mumbai
12 years, 6 months ago

1 killed, 11 injured in Metro bridge collapse in Mumbai

India TV News  

Mumbai, Sep 4: A section of an under-construction Metro rail bridge collapsed here today, killing one and wounding 11. The incident occurred near Leela Hotel in suburban Marol when a huge slab caved in this afternoon, disaster management department of the city's municipal corporation said.While one person, believed to be a construction worker employed at the site, was declared dead …

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