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Ujjain‑Garoth Bridge Damaged Again Within Six Months, NHAI Orders ₹10 Cr Reconstruction
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ujjain
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 09:36 PM
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The Ujjain‑Garoth four‑lane over‑bridge’s approach road and retaining wall have suffered a second failure in six months, prompting NHAI to order a 400‑500 m section to be rebuilt at a cost of about ₹10 crore after an IIT‑Delhi probe identified technical flaws.
The four‑lane Ujjain‑Garoth road‑over‑bridge (ROB) on the approach to the Prem Nagar interchange suffered fresh damage to its approach road and retaining wall, marking the second such incident within a six‑month span. The deterioration was observed early this week, prompting local authorities to close the affected lane for safety.
A video of the collapse circulated on social media, leading some to claim it was generated by artificial intelligence. An engineer associated with the project clarified that the footage was authentic and that the AI speculation was unfounded.
An investigative team from IIT Delhi examined the structure and reported several technical shortcomings, including inadequate reinforcement and drainage deficiencies that contributed to the repeated failure.
In response, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has ordered the demolition of a 400‑500 metre segment of the bridge and its reconstruction at an estimated cost of ₹10 crore. The agency emphasized that the new work will incorporate the corrective measures recommended by the IIT‑Delhi report.
The closure has disrupted traffic between Ujjain and Garoth, with commuters being diverted to alternate routes. NHAI has assured that the rebuilt section will be completed swiftly to restore normal flow and prevent future incidents.
A video of the collapse circulated on social media, leading some to claim it was generated by artificial intelligence. An engineer associated with the project clarified that the footage was authentic and that the AI speculation was unfounded.
An investigative team from IIT Delhi examined the structure and reported several technical shortcomings, including inadequate reinforcement and drainage deficiencies that contributed to the repeated failure.
In response, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has ordered the demolition of a 400‑500 metre segment of the bridge and its reconstruction at an estimated cost of ₹10 crore. The agency emphasized that the new work will incorporate the corrective measures recommended by the IIT‑Delhi report.
The closure has disrupted traffic between Ujjain and Garoth, with commuters being diverted to alternate routes. NHAI has assured that the rebuilt section will be completed swiftly to restore normal flow and prevent future incidents.