Archive · 23 Jun 2025
Maharashtra Orders Bridge Safety Audits After Pune Collapse
The Maharashtra government is checking all of its old bridges to make sure they are safe.
This is because a bridge recently collapsed in Pune.
The government is having the PWD look at all the bridges, especially the ones built a long time ago.
They are fixing any bridges that need it and getting ready for the rainy season.
They're putting up signs to warn people and have set up special teams to help if something goes wrong.
The goal is to keep people safe and prevent more accidents during the monsoon season.
Maharashtra initiates statewide bridge safety audits after a bridge collapse in Pune.
The Public Works Department (PWD) will audit all bridges, especially those from the British era.
Over 16,000 bridges fall under PWD, with 1,693 repaired in the last decade.
Monsoon preparedness includes installing warning signs and maintaining traffic diversions.
Control rooms and SOPs are established to manage emergencies during the monsoon.
- Who
- The Maharashtra government, the Public Works Department (PWD), and various officials.
- What
- Maharashtra is conducting safety audits of bridges and implementing monsoon preparedness measures.
- When
- Following a recent bridge collapse and ahead of the monsoon season.
- Where
- Across Maharashtra, with specific focus on Pune after a bridge collapse.
- Why
- To prevent future bridge collapses, ensure public safety, and maintain infrastructure during the monsoon.
- Total Bridges under PWD
- 16,519
- Bridges Repaired in 10 Years
- 1,693
- Audits Completed
- 451
- Focus
- British-era Bridges
- Preparedness
- Monsoon