2018 Kolkata bridge collapse, Indian bridge failure
The 2018 Kolkata bridge collapse refers to the sudden failure of Majerhat Bridge on September 4, 2018, during rush hour in the Indian city. The structure, which was over 50 years old and served as a major crossing for vehicles and train services, fell without warning while thousands depended on it daily for transportation.
Majerhat Bridge had stood for over 50 years before its collapse and exhibited visible cracks and structural concerns in its final years. Poor maintenance and rushed repairs in previous years were believed to have weakened the structure significantly before it finally failed.
The location is not accessible for viewing the original collapse site as it has been completely cleared and rebuilt. Visitors interested in the incident can learn about it through local memorials and documentation centers in Kolkata that share information about the disaster and recovery efforts.
The new bridge built to replace it was named Jai Hind Setu, after a patriotic slogan used by Indian freedom fighters, turning the reconstruction into a symbol of national resilience. This naming choice linked the recovery effort to India's independence heritage and transformed the site into a statement about progress.
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