Mizoram train bridge collapse: According to police, a railway bridge under construction fell on Wednesday close to the Sairang district of Mizoram, killing at least 17 employees.
Since 35 to 40 workmen were present when the event happened at 10 am, about 21 miles from Aizawl, they believe that several more people are trapped at the scene.
“So far, seventeen dead have been found among the wreckage. Many more remain unaccounted for, according to a police officer.
“The bridge that collapsed was part of an Indian Railways project to connect all state capitals in the northeast region. It has been under construction for some years now. The incident happened around 11am. We are yet to ascertain the reason behind the accident and how many people actually were on it when it occurred,” Sabyasachi De, chief public relations officer of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), said.
On social media site X, Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga conveyed his sorrow over the event and said, “Under construction railway over bridge at Sairang, near Aizawl collapsed today; atleast 15 workers died: Rescue under progress. Deeply saddened and affected by this tragedy. I extend my deepest condolences to all the bereaved families and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. Sending gratitude to the people who have come out in large numbers to help with rescue operations.”
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