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In a heartbreaking tragedy that shook Gujarat on July 8, a bridge collapsed in Padra's Mujpur area, sending several vehicles plunging into the Mahisagar river. At least nine people have been confirmed dead, and many others were injured in the catastrophic incident.

An eyewitness and local fisherman, who was nearby during the disaster, described the horrifying scene. "Vehicles fell one after another into the river. It all happened in seconds. There was a loud sound and the road just broke apart," he told local media.

The Collapse

The bridge, believed to be decades old, was reportedly under stress due to poor maintenance and overuse. On that fateful morning, as cars and two-wheelers passed over the narrow structure, a large section suddenly gave way. Video footage shows the mangled remains of vehicles submerged or floating in the river while emergency crews rushed to rescue survivors.

Rescue and Recovery

Local authorities, the NDRF (National Disaster Response Force), and state emergency services quickly launched a rescue operation. Divers pulled bodies and survivors from the water while cranes were brought in to remove wreckage. As night fell, search efforts continued under floodlights.

"We heard screams and saw people trying to swim, some clinging to vehicle parts," the fisherman said. "It was terrifying to witness."

Government Reaction

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel expressed condolences and announced financial assistance for victims' families. He also ordered a high-level inquiry into the cause of the collapse and directed immediate inspection of similar bridges across the state.

The Gujarat government has pledged ₹4 lakh compensation for each deceased victim’s family and free medical care for the injured.

Questions Raised

The tragedy has once again raised concerns over India’s aging infrastructure, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. Many citizens took to social media, demanding accountability and stricter audits of old bridges.

Conclusion

This heartbreaking event in Padra has left a deep impact on the local community and the nation. The fisherman’s account of vehicles plunging into the river “one after another” paints a grim picture of the dangers posed by neglected infrastructure. As the investigation unfolds, the hope remains that such preventable tragedies will lead to stronger safety reforms.