Jammu, May 2 -- A bridge collapse in the Thathar area on the outskirts of Jammu has left three labourers dead and two others injured, bringing to light serious safety violations and alleged administrative negligence during construction work.
The incident occurred on Friday in the Bantalab area when a portion of an old bridge, under reconstruction, suddenly gave way, trapping workers engaged in foundation and retaining wall work. Rescue teams, including personnel from the police, Army, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and Fire and Emergency Services, launched a massive operation that lasted nearly 12 hours. Officials said three bodies were recovered from the debris, while two injured workers wer...