Pune Bridge Collapse: Over 40 Rescued, Multiple Injured in Indrayani River Tragedy
Tragedy at Indrayani River: Iron Bridge Collapses in Pune In a major mishap on Sunday, an iron bridge over the Indrayani River near Kundamala village in Maharashtra’s Pune district collapsed, leading to mass casualties and a large-scale rescue operation. The incident occurred near Talegaon Dabhade , a site known for its popularity among local tourists. Initial reports suggest that over 40 people were rescued and taken to nearby hospitals, while at least two fatalities have been officially confirmed. Rescue Efforts Led by CRPF and NDRF According to CRPF Deputy Inspector General Vaibhav Nimbalkar , one of the CRPF companies was immediately deployed from Talegaon to assist in the rescue, without waiting for formal orders. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) also dispatched two specialized teams to the site. DIG Nimbalkar emphasized the CRPF’s primary role in supporting the civil administration, controlling crowds, and engaging in active rescue operations alongside NDR...