MPRDC
Fatal Bridge Collapse in Madhya Pradesh: Man Dies Returning from Sister's Wedding
Dec 02, 2025 02:08 am CST
A 35-year-old former CRPF jawan, Devendra Singh Dhakad, died after a bridge collapsed in Nayagaon, Madhya Pradesh. He was returning from his sister's wedding when the incident occurred during ongoing repairs of the 1980-built structure. Authorities have suspended officials, ordered an investigation, and closed the bridge that had multiple structural deficiencies identified in previous surveys.
Major Road Collapse in Madhya Pradesh Creates 30-Foot Crater: Infrastructure Concerns Rise
Oct 14, 2025 04:17 pm CST
A significant section of road near Bilkhiriya village in Madhya Pradesh collapsed on Monday afternoon, creating a 30-foot-deep crater. The incident occurred on the Bhopal Eastern Bypass, affecting approximately 100 meters of roadway. No injuries were reported as the area was clear of vehicles during the collapse. The MPRDC has formed an investigation committee to determine if inadequate drainage, structural weaknesses, or insufficient inspections contributed to the failure of the Reinforced Earth wall on the bridge constructed in 2013.