The loss of life continues to increase in the bridge disaster in India. In a statement, Ashish Bhatia, Chief of Police of the Gujarat state, where the collapsed bridge is located, stated that the number of people who lost their lives in the bridge disaster increased to 132. It was stated that the loss of life may increase while the search and rescue efforts, supported by the army, continue.
According to the news in the Indian press, it was said that at least 500 people were on the suspension bridge in the town of Morbi in the western state of Gujarat, the majority of those who lost their lives were children, women and the elderly.
Located on the Machchhu River in the city of Morbi in the state of Gujarat, the Suspension Bridge, popularly known as the Julto Pool, collapsed around 18.30:XNUMX local time when hundreds of people were on it, and dozens of people fell into the river. Authorities said the victims were mostly local residents who visited the bridge for entertainment.
It is stated that the 230-meter-long bridge was built during the British rule in the 19th century and was reopened on October 6 after a 26-month renovation.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a statement on Twitter, emphasized that he was very sorry for the incident and said, “Search and rescue teams will help the victims. The tragedy in Gujarat worried me. My thoughts and prayers are with the people affected.” used the phrases.
Modi also stated that approximately $2 will be given to the relatives of those who lost their lives in the accident, and approximately $430 to those who were injured.
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