Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed sorrow over the loss of lives in a tragic bridge collapse incident in Hamirpur district. He directed officials to intensify relief and rescue operations promptly. CM Yogi conveyed his condolences to the affected families and urged swift action for rescue and relief in coordination with SDRF.
The Chief Minister’s Office reported that CM Yogi promptly responded to the incident, instructing senior officials to hasten rescue efforts. He emphasized the need for proper treatment of the injured and adequate compensation for the families of the deceased. The collapse of an under-construction bridge in Hamirpur district claimed at least six lives during a storm, with ongoing rescue operations raising concerns about a potentially higher death toll.
The bridge, under construction over the Betwa River, collapsed during adverse weather conditions, trapping several workers. The incident highlights safety and construction standards at the site, especially in severe weather. Hamirpur Additional Superintendent of Police Arvind Kumar Verma confirmed the immediate response of rescue teams to the scene, where efforts are underway to locate and rescue trapped workers.
