India, June 23 -- An iron bridge collapsed in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur and a truck crossing it fell into the Sutlej river even as the driver escaped with minor injuries. The dramatic incident was caught on camera.

The incident took place on Tuesday near Urni Dhank between Reckong Peo and Tapri on National Highway 5 (Old Hindustan-Tibet Road) when a 10-tyre dumper truck loaded with sand was crossing the 190-foot-long bridge, according to PTI.

The traffic on the key route connecting Kinnaur with Lahaul and Spiti was disrupted following the collapse.

Officials said the bridge gave way when the truck was about to reach the other side. They added that the vehicle was overloaded.

The road serves as a key link between Kinnaur district and ...