Cable bridge collapses in Gujarat, several feared injured

Several people feared to be injured after a cable bridge collapsed in the Machchhu river in Gujarat’s Morbi area on Sunday.

PM Modi spoke to Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel and other officials regarding the mishap. A statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said PM Modi sought urgent mobilisation of teams for rescue ops. “He has asked that the situation be closely and continuously monitored and extend all possible help to those affected,” the statement said.

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel tweeted, “I’m deeply saddened by the tragedy of suspension bridge collapse in Morbi. Relief & rescue ops are ongoing. Instructions given to arrange immediate treatment of the injured. I’m in constant contact with the district administration in this regard”