SC Issues Notice to Bihar Government Over Repeated Bridge Collapses.
IIE digital desk:The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Bihar government regarding the alarming frequency of bridge collapses in the state. This move comes in the wake of several incidents that have raised serious concerns about infrastructure safety and government accountability.
A bench led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud has sought a detailed response from the Bihar administration, demanding an explanation for the recurring structural failures. The notice emphasizes the need for immediate corrective measures to prevent further accidents and safeguard public safety.
Recent incidents, including the collapse of a bridge in Bhagalpur earlier this month, have highlighted the precarious state of infrastructure in Bihar. These accidents have not only caused significant property damage but also resulted in loss of lives, prompting widespread public outcry.
The Supreme Court's intervention underscores the critical need for stringent oversight and maintenance of public infrastructure. The court has asked the Bihar government to present a comprehensive report on the current status of bridge maintenance and the measures being taken to address the issue.
The apex court's directive aims to ensure that necessary steps are taken to enhance the durability and safety of bridges, thereby preventing such catastrophic events in the future. The Bihar government is expected to submit its response within the stipulated timeframe, addressing the court's concerns comprehensively.
The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Bihar government on a petition seeking to issue directions to the state government to conduct the highest level of structural audit of all existing and under-construction bridges in the state and to demolish or retrofit weak structures depending on feasibility.
Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Bihar government regarding the alarming frequency of bridge collapses in the state. This move comes in the wake of several incidents that have raised serious concerns about infrastructure safety and government accountability.
A bench led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud has sought a detailed response from the Bihar administra
tion, demanding an explanation for the recurring structural failures. The notice emphasizes the need for immediate corrective measures to prevent further accidents and safeguard public safety.
Recent incidents, including the collapse of a bridge in Bhagalpur earlier this month, have highlighted the precarious state of infrastructure in Bihar. These accidents have not only caused significant property damage but also resulted in loss of lives, prompting widespread public outcry.
The Supreme Court's intervention underscores the critical need for stringent oversight and maintenance of public infrastructure. The court has asked the Bihar government to present a comprehensive report on the current status of bridge maintenance and the measures being taken to address the issue.
The apex court's directive aims to ensure that necessary steps are taken to enhance the durability and safety of bridges, thereby preventing such catastrophic events in the future. The Bihar government is expected to submit its response within the stipulated timeframe, addressing the court's concerns comprehensively.
The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Bihar government on a petition seeking to issue directions to the state government to conduct the highest level of structural audit of all existing and under-construction bridges in the state and to demolish or retrofit weak structures depending on feasibility.IIE digital desk:
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