Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident in Hamirpur, where an under-construction bridge collapsed over the Betwa River, resulting in the deaths of several workers and injuries to others. Adityanath termed the event as extremely saddening and heart-wrenching, offering his condolences to the families of the deceased. He announced financial aid of ₹5 lakh for the dependents of the deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured individuals.
The bridge, connecting Morakandar to Kandaur village, collapsed during the late hours around 2 A.M while construction work was ongoing. Initially, segments of the bridge gave way, followed by the collapse of supporting pillars. Responding promptly to the tragedy, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath instructed the district administration to carry out relief and rescue operations urgently, in collaboration with the SDRF.
Following a severe storm, heavy rain, and lightning that affected various districts in Uttar Pradesh, Adityanath directed all District Magistrates to escalate relief efforts and ensure swift distribution of relief funds. He emphasized the importance of providing immediate medical care to the injured and extending all possible assistance to affected families, warning against any negligence from administrative officers.
Adityanath mandated District Magistrates to assess the damage caused by the storm, expedite relief fund disbursement, and prevent delays. Officials were instructed to share updates on compensation distribution, relief camps, and rescue operations on social media platforms to ensure accurate and timely information dissemination to the public. Additionally, the Chief Minister urged citizens to stay vigilant during adverse weather conditions, avoid unnecessary travel, and adhere to administration guidelines.
