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Bridge Collapses During Construction on Shimla-Mataur Corridor, Hamirpur
✍️ ANI News
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 07:02 PM
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A truss bridge under construction on the Shimla-Mataur corridor collapsed in Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, triggering a rescue operation.
On a recent day, a truss bridge under construction on the Shimla-Mataur corridor collapsed in Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh. The incident occurred during the building phase, damaging the structure and the surrounding area.
Officials say the bridge was part of a larger infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity between Shimla and Mataur. The collapse has halted progress on the corridor, raising concerns about safety protocols.
Rescue teams from the Himachal Pradesh Disaster Management Authority and local police have been deployed to the site. They are working to secure the area and assess any injuries among workers.
The state government has pledged to investigate the incident and resume construction after ensuring compliance with safety standards. No casualties have been reported yet.
Officials say the bridge was part of a larger infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity between Shimla and Mataur. The collapse has halted progress on the corridor, raising concerns about safety protocols.
Rescue teams from the Himachal Pradesh Disaster Management Authority and local police have been deployed to the site. They are working to secure the area and assess any injuries among workers.
The state government has pledged to investigate the incident and resume construction after ensuring compliance with safety standards. No casualties have been reported yet.