BS EDIT: Build to Last: Maintaining Structures is as Critical as Build

Gambhira Bridge Collapse: A Wake-Up Call

The Gambhira Bridge collapsed at 43 years old due to years of neglect and poor maintenance

The Cost of Poor Oversight

Local officials flagged the unsafe condition of the bridge, but it stayed open with minimal repairs

Bridge Collapses on the Rise

42 bridges collapsed in five years, with 21 lost between 2021-2024 due to neglect and design flaws

Infrastructure Needs Maintenance

Examples like the Golden Gate Bridge show that well-maintained infrastructure lasts for decades

Poor Oversight Costs Millions

The Pragati Maidan underpass, built for G20, was shut down due to design flaws and waterlogging

Private Projects Also Falter

Leaks at Bengaluru Airport Terminal 2 and a fatal canopy collapse in Delhi show that private projects also suffer from poor maintenance