Exposed rods, damaged pillars spark fear of another bridge collapse in Bihar: Video
The Keni bridge in Gaya, Bihar, is showing signs of severe deterioration, raising concerns about its potential collapse. Visuals reveal exposed iron rods and damaged pillars, prompting local officials to initiate inspections of bridges across the state. This situation follows a recent bridge collapse in Bhagalpur, highlighting ongoing infrastructure issues in the region.
- ▪The Keni bridge was built at a cost of ₹64 crore and is now on the verge of collapse.
- ▪Local MLA Prem Kumar has informed the Road Construction Department, which is conducting inspections of all bridges in the state.
- ▪Recent incidents include the collapse of a slab on the Vikramshila Setu and the failure of pillars on a bridge in Nalanda district.
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Exposed rods, damaged pillars spark fear of another bridge collapse in Bihar: VideoThe Keni bridge in Gaya, built at a cost of ₹64 crore, is on the verge of collapse, with visuals showing exposed iron rods and damaged pillars.Updated on: May 23, 2026 4:03 PM ISTEdited by Majid AlamShare viaCopy link Weeks after a portion of Vikramshila bridge over Ganga river collapsed in Bihar's Bhagalpur, the deteriorating condition of another bridge in Gaya district has raised alarm.The key bridge over Falgu river connects Gaya to places in the East, including Rajgir and Nawada.
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