Bridge Collapse Cuts Off Barak Valley, Sparks Public Outrage

A newly repaired bridge on the Silchar-Kalain NH collapsed at Bhangarpar early Wednesday, halting road connectivity to Barak Valley, Tripura, and Mizoram. Two trucks fell into the Harang River; no casualties were reported. The collapse, just a month after ₹1.37 crore repairs, triggered public anger over poor construction. With the Gammon Bridge also under repair, the region faces a transport crisis. Authorities launched rescue work and are exploring alternate routes.