In pictures: Morbi suspension bridge collapse

BL Internet Desk Updated - October 31, 2022 at 12:34 PM.

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A century-old suspension bridge over the Machchhu River collapsed in Gujarat’s Morbi district on Sunday evening.
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Rescue operations took place immediately after the suspension bridge collapsed.
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Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel took stock of the situation at the site on Sunday night.
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Gujarat CM Patel also visited people who suffered injuries.
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Teams from NDRF, SDRF, Air Force, Army, and Indian Navy apart from local rescue teams were involved in the operation that continued through the night.
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The search for survivors continues on Monday.
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A file photo of the suspension bridge in Morbi that collapsed as it was crammed with people on Sunday.
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After the collapse, all that remained of the bridge was part of the metal carriageway hanging down from one end into the dark water, its thick cables snapped in places.
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Armed Forces personnel deployed at the site during a rescue operation.
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Army soldiers carry the body of a victim after the suspension bridge collapsed.
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Published on July 23, 2024 11:54