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Deteriorating Amwa-55 Bridge in Betia, Bihar Raises Accident Risk, Video Shows
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 08:56 PM
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A video from Betia highlights the poor condition of the Amwa‑55 bridge, warning of a possible accident if the structure collapses.
A video circulating online shows the Amwa-55 bridge in the town of Betia, Bihar, with visible cracks, rusted girders and missing planks. The footage, captured by a local resident, underscores the bridge's deteriorating state and the heightened risk of a collapse under traffic.
Local commuters have expressed concern over the bridge, which serves as a vital link for daily commuters and transport of goods in the region. The visual evidence has prompted calls for immediate inspection by district authorities.
Officials from the Bihar Public Works Department have been urged to assess the structure and prioritize repairs to prevent a potential accident. In the meantime, residents are advised to exercise caution while crossing the bridge.
The video has sparked a broader discussion on the need for regular maintenance of rural infrastructure across the state, highlighting gaps in monitoring and timely upkeep.
Authorities have not yet released an official statement regarding the bridge's safety rating, but the public outcry suggests that remedial action may be forthcoming.
Local commuters have expressed concern over the bridge, which serves as a vital link for daily commuters and transport of goods in the region. The visual evidence has prompted calls for immediate inspection by district authorities.
Officials from the Bihar Public Works Department have been urged to assess the structure and prioritize repairs to prevent a potential accident. In the meantime, residents are advised to exercise caution while crossing the bridge.
The video has sparked a broader discussion on the need for regular maintenance of rural infrastructure across the state, highlighting gaps in monitoring and timely upkeep.
Authorities have not yet released an official statement regarding the bridge's safety rating, but the public outcry suggests that remedial action may be forthcoming.