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Mikhail Gorbachev
 Kundmala Bridge in 2012 | |
| Date | June 15, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Time | 3:30 p.m.IST (10:00 UTC) |
| Location | Indrayani river, Talegoan, Pune district,  India |
| Coordinates | 18°42′39″N 73°42′41″E / 18.7108°N 73.7114°E |
| Type | Bridge collapse |
| Deaths | 4 |
| Non-fatal injuries | 51+ |
| Property damage | Collapse of iron span |
4km
2.5miles
2.5miles
Collapse site
On June 15, 2025, at 3.30 p.m. IST (10:00 UTC), the main iron spans of the Kundmala bridge across the Indrayani River in the Pune district of Maharashtra, India collapsed causing the deaths of at least 4 people and injuries to more than 51 others.[1][2]
Background
Kundmala is popular local tourist specially in the monsoon season. A bridge over Indrayani River was built around 1993 between Shelarwadi and Indori village only for pedestrians, but two-wheelers frequently used it.[3] Locals had raised concerns about its weakening structure over the years.
Accident
At the time of the collapse, there were five motorcycles and several pedestrians on the bridge.
Reaction
See also
References
- ^ "EXPLAINED: What Led To The Collapse Of Pune's Kundmala Bridge?". Free Press Journal. 16 June 2025. Retrieved 16 June 2025.
- ^ "At Least Two Killed By Bridge Collapse Near Pune". The Wire. Retrieved 18 June 2025.
- ^ "Maharashtra bridge collapse: 4 dead, 51 injured after unfit bridge falls near Pune". Times of India. 16 June 2025. Retrieved 16 June 2025.