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Soil Slippage Threatens Safety of Six‑Lane Bridge on Kachhi Dargah‑Bidupur Approach Road in Vaishali, Bihar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 09:52 AM
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Photos show large quantities of soil eroding from beneath the approach road of the Kachhi Dargah‑Bidupur six‑lane bridge, prompting concerns over the structure’s stability.
The approach road leading to the six‑lane Kachhi Dargah‑Bidupur bridge in Vaishali district, Bihar, has been photographed with a substantial amount of soil washed away from beneath its foundation. The images, first published by Amar Ujala, reveal a visible gap and exposed sub‑soil along the road’s embankment, raising doubts about the bridge’s structural integrity.
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leaders, citing the visual evidence, warned that the deteriorating condition could precipitate a serious accident if remedial action is not taken promptly. They urged the Public Works Department and the bridge’s overseeing agencies to conduct an immediate safety audit.
Local authorities have acknowledged the issue and said a technical team will be dispatched to assess the extent of erosion and recommend reinforcement measures. The department has also promised to monitor the site continuously until the problem is resolved.
The incident adds to growing scrutiny of infrastructure projects in the state, where rapid construction has sometimes outpaced thorough quality checks. Engineers emphasize that proper drainage and soil stabilization are critical for the longevity of such large‑scale bridges.
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leaders, citing the visual evidence, warned that the deteriorating condition could precipitate a serious accident if remedial action is not taken promptly. They urged the Public Works Department and the bridge’s overseeing agencies to conduct an immediate safety audit.
Local authorities have acknowledged the issue and said a technical team will be dispatched to assess the extent of erosion and recommend reinforcement measures. The department has also promised to monitor the site continuously until the problem is resolved.
The incident adds to growing scrutiny of infrastructure projects in the state, where rapid construction has sometimes outpaced thorough quality checks. Engineers emphasize that proper drainage and soil stabilization are critical for the longevity of such large‑scale bridges.