Two dead, several missing after bridge collapses in India’s Pune
People gather following a bridge collapse over the Indrayani river in the western Indian city, in Pune, India, June 15, 2025, in this still image taken from a video. Photo: Reuters
At least two people died and a number were swept away after a bridge over the Indrayani river in the western Indian city of Pune collapsed on Sunday, Maharashtra state chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said.
"Some people got swept away, so a search operation is underway on a war footing to find them," he said on social media platform X, adding 6 people have been rescued while 32 were injured, including 6 in critical condition.
Deeply saddened to learn about the tragic incident of a bridge collapse over the Indrayani River near Talegaon, Indori in Pune district. As per information received till now, 2 persons have lost their lives. My deepest condolences to their families. We share their grief in this…
He said the National Disaster Response Force is deployed on-site, and other agencies have been directed to remain on high alert.