Bridge Collapse Kills Four, Injures 51 in Pune, India

A footbridge over the Indrayani river in Pune district, Maharashtra, collapsed on Sunday while more than 100 people, including tourists and locals, were on it, resulting in at least four deaths and 51 injuries. The collapse occurred in the Kundamala area, a popular tourist spot, amid recent heavy rainfall that had increased the river's flow, although the weather was clear at the time of the incident. Rescue efforts led by the National Disaster Response Force, police, and fire brigade are ongoing, with multiple people hospitalized in critical condition and some still missing, as swift river currents complicate operations. Officials, including Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and State Minister Girish Mahajan, have been actively involved in overseeing rescue operations and ensuring medical care for the injured. The bridge was reportedly in poor condition, raising concerns about maintenance and safety oversight. Authorities have urged the public to stay away from the area as emergency efforts continue.