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Bihar Bridge Crack Appears 20 Days After Opening, Raising Construction Concerns
✍️ Amar Ujala · Darbhanga
🗓 21 Sep 2026, 09:45 AM
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A 13‑crore bridge in Motihari, Bihar, shows a 20‑foot crack in its approach road and a sagging section only 20 days after its inauguration, prompting scrutiny of the construction quality.
The 13‑crore Mojrha‑Haradia bridge, located in Motihari, Bihar, was officially opened on 15 March. Within three weeks of its inauguration, a 20‑foot crack appeared in the approach road and a section of the road has begun to sag.
Local residents reported the damage after noticing unevenness on the road. Engineers inspected the site and confirmed that the crack is likely due to inadequate compaction of the sub‑base or premature loading.
Bihar’s Public Works Department has issued a statement that an investigation will be launched to determine the cause of the fault and to assess whether the bridge meets safety standards.
The incident has raised concerns among commuters who rely on the bridge for daily travel, and officials have urged the public to avoid the damaged stretch until repairs are completed.
Local residents reported the damage after noticing unevenness on the road. Engineers inspected the site and confirmed that the crack is likely due to inadequate compaction of the sub‑base or premature loading.
Bihar’s Public Works Department has issued a statement that an investigation will be launched to determine the cause of the fault and to assess whether the bridge meets safety standards.
The incident has raised concerns among commuters who rely on the bridge for daily travel, and officials have urged the public to avoid the damaged stretch until repairs are completed.