Morbi bridge collapse: 8 famous suspension, cable-stayed and steel bridges in India - In Pics
The tragic Morbi bridge collapse incident in which over 130 people lost their lives has brought the spotlight back on some popular hanging and suspension bridges across the country. However, questions are now being raised over the safety and longevity of these bridges, which are also considered as engineering marvels of our times. Take a look at some of those popular hanging and suspension bridges in India here.
Oct 31, 2022, 12:21 PM IST
How closing Rishikesh's Lakshman Jhula has taken a toll on local businesses
While the bridge was shut for safety reasons, local traders say they have been suffering from financial woes as footfall in markets close to Lakshman Jhula has come down to a trickle.
Jul 30, 2019, 16:42 PM IST
Closure of Lakshman Jhula done to ensure user safety: Uttarakhand CM
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat said on Tuesday that the decision to close Lakshman Jhula for vehicular and pedestrian use was taken with the safety of users as the topmost priority.
Jul 16, 2019, 17:53 PM IST
Rishikesh's Lakshman Jhula shut for vehicles
Pedestrians will be permitted to make use of the bridge but in limited numbers. CM Trivendra Singh Rawat says an alternate bridge would soon be constructed.
Jul 14, 2019, 07:35 AM IST
Rishikesh's iconic Lakshman Jhula closes down for public over safety reasons
Lakshman Jhula, the nearly century-old suspension bridge across the Ganges in Rishikesh, was closed on Friday by the local administration citing weak structure due to old age and high tourist footfall.
Jul 12, 2019, 21:39 PM IST
