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Vikramshila Setu Collapses in Bihar: Traffic Suspended, Panic Ensues

A 33-meter section of the Vikramshila Setu in Bihar's Bhagalpur collapsed into the Ganga River early Monday, prompting an immediate traffic suspension. District Magistrate Naval Kishore Chaudhary and SSP Pramod Yadav arrived at the scene to assess the damage and ensure public safety. The collapse, which occurred near Pillar Number 133, narrowly avoided a major tragedy as police quickly moved vehicles to safety. The bridge's closure will severely impact daily commuting and commercial activities across North and South Bihar.

Key Points: Vikramshila Setu Collapse in Bhagalpur: Traffic Halted

  • 33-meter bridge section near Pillar 133 collapses into Ganga
  • Traffic completely suspended, barricades installed
  • Vehicles moved to safety before collapse, tragedy averted
  • Commuters face longer routes via Munger and Sultanganj
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Section of Vikramshila Setu collapses in Bihar's Bhagalpur; traffic suspended

A 33-meter section of the Vikramshila Setu in Bihar's Bhagalpur collapsed early Monday, suspending traffic. District Magistrate Naval Kishore Chaudhary and SSP Pramod Yadav are on site.

"A major tragedy was narrowly averted due to the alertness of police personnel and administrative officials present at the site. - Official statement"

Patna, May 4

A portion of the Vikramshila Setu in Bihar's Bhagalpur district has collapsed, disrupting connectivity and causing difficulties to the general public.

The Vikramshila Setu serves as a crucial link between Bhagalpur and Naugachhia, connecting North and South Bihar.

According to an official, following subsidence in the approach section on the Bhagalpur side, a stretch of nearly 33 meters of the bridge gave way and fell into the Ganga River.

The incident occurred at around 12.50 a.m. on Monday, when a large slab near Pillar Number 133 suddenly collapsed into the river.

The sudden structural failure created panic in the area and brought traffic to a complete halt.

A major tragedy was narrowly averted due to the alertness of police personnel and administrative officials present at the site.

Several vehicles were reportedly on the bridge at the time but were quickly moved to safety before the collapse.

Upon receiving information, Bhagalpur District Magistrate Naval Kishore Chaudhary rushed to the spot and assessed the situation.

He stated that, in the interest of public safety, all vehicular movement across the bridge has been completely suspended.

Barricades have been installed at both ends, and a team of technical experts has been called in to inspect the damage.

Senior Superintendent of Police Pramod Yadav confirmed that traffic is being diverted through alternative routes.

The administration is closely monitoring the situation and has urged the public to avoid rumours and strictly follow designated diversions.

With the closure of the bridge, commuters travelling between Bhagalpur, Naugachhia, and the Seemanchal region will now have to take longer routes via Munger and Sultanganj.

The Vikramshila Setu is a lifeline for the region, and its closure is expected to severely impact daily commuting as well as commercial activities across the area.

The collapse of the important link has once again raised serious concerns over infrastructure safety in the state.

- IANS

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Priya S
Thank God no one was injured. The police and administration acted quickly, and that saved lives. But this is a wake-up call - our infrastructure needs regular inspection, not just after a disaster. Bihar's bridges connect so many villages and towns, we cannot keep risking people's safety like this.
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Vikram M
Main toh rozana is bridge se guzarta hoon. The alternative routes via Munger and Sultanganj will add at least 2-3 hours to the journey. This will hit farmers, traders, and daily commuters very hard. The government should have repaired this bridge long back instead of just doing "patchwork" every few months. 🚧
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Ananya R
It's not just about this one bridge - the issue is systematic. We build big projects but then forget about maintenance. Even the inspection seems like a formality. I hope this time the authorities take concrete steps and not just issue statements. The people of Seemanchal depend on this bridge for everything from medical emergencies to selling their produce.
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Rohit P
Bihar mein infrastructure ka haal kharab hai. Vikramshila Setu toh famous hai hi, but there are so many other bridges and roads in the same condition. I appreciate that the police acted swiftly, but the real question is - why did it come to this? Every year we hear similar news, and still no lessons learned. 😔
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Kavya N
The timing of the collapse early morning was providential. If it had happened during rush hour, the toll would have been unimaginable. But we shouldn't have to rely on "luck" to keep people safe. This is a critical failure of the system. I hope

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