The recent collapse of the Mujpur-Ghambira bridge in Vadodara, Gujarat, has resulted in the loss of 20 lives and highlighted serious concerns regarding the state’s deteriorating infrastructure and official negligence. Despite multiple warnings from local residents and internal assessments that flagged structural issues, no preventive measures were implemented before the tragedy occurred.
An extensive ground report by The Hindu’s Abhinay Deshpande examines the systemic shortcomings, community mourning, and political ramifications in a region where at least six bridges have failed in the last four years.
This incident raises critical questions about infrastructure safety and accountability in Gujarat, shedding light on the urgent need for government intervention and reform to prevent further disasters.
Reporting by Abhinay Deshpande
Video by Abhinay Deshpande and Vijaukumar Soneji
Script by Shikha Kumari A
Editing by Tayyab Hussain
Voiceover by Vishnoo Jotshi
Published on July 25, 2025, at 10:42 am IST.
