A section of a busy road near the famous Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai collapsed on Thursday morning, triggering widespread anger and accusations of corruption directed at the city’s civic body, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The incident has raised concerns about the state of infrastructure in the city and the accountability of officials.
Heavy rainfall in Gujarat has caused widespread flooding, leading to the collapse of a road near the Statue of Unity. The state has seen 35 deaths and over 8,500 residents rescued. Prime Minister Modi spoke to the Chief Minister about the situation and assured support from the central government.
A tragic mountain road collapse in China’s Guangdong province on Wednesday has claimed the lives of at least 48 people, leaving three unidentified victims. Amidst ongoing torrential rainfall, the incident involved over 20 cars tumbling down a steep slope after a portion of the Meizhou-Dabu Expressway collapsed. Some vehicles caught fire upon impact, complicating rescue operations. Chinese President Xi Jinping has given instructions for swift disaster relief efforts, urging immediate repair of damaged roads and traffic restoration. Meanwhile, Premier Li Qiang has emphasized tireless efforts in rescuing the injured, searching for trapped individuals, and mitigating potential hazards. In recent weeks, Guangdong has been grappling with a series of weather-related disasters, including a deadly tornado in Guangzhou.
