Kolkata: 10 dead in under-construction bridge collapse

Kolkata, Mar 31 (ANI): Atleast 10 people died on Thursday following the collapse of an under-construction bridge in Girish Park area of North Kolkata. According to the eye-witnesses, around 150 people are expected to be trapped under debris. The bridge, termed as Vivekananda flyover, was being constructed in north Kolkata’s Badabazaar area. It is located adjacent to the popular Ganesh Talkies. The region is heavily crowded and is a prominent market place for the city dwellers. The collapse of the bridge led to chaotic situation in the locality. Rescue operations are currently underway. Another eye witness said that the bridge fell down at around 12 in the noon and none of the officials came on time. More details are awaited.