Kolkata, Nov. 12 -- A large goods vehicle struck and broke the height bar on the Ultadanga flyover, leading to a complete suspension of traffic on the flyover.
Commuters faced significant inconvenience, and severe traffic congestion built up in the area adjacent to the EM Bypass.
The incident occurred late on Tuesday evening. A large goods vehicle, travelling at high speed, attempted to ascend the flyover but collided with the height bar.
The bar broke immediately, forcing the closure of the flyover to traffic. The incident, which occurred during peak hours, caused major difficulties for the public, who were forced to take long detours to reach their destinations.
Height bars, or crash barriers, are installed on the Ultadanga flyover to...