Heavy Rains in Gumla, Jharkhand Cause Bridge Collapse, Severing Contact with 12 Villages

Relentless rainfall in Jharkhand has brought significant distress to the residents, especially in the Gumla district. The collapse of a bridge over the Konsa River in Sisai, following over 48 hours of heavy downpour, has isolated more than a dozen villages. A portion of the bridge has fallen into the river, disrupting all movement and cutting off the villages from essential services. The local administration has swiftly responded by barricading both sides of the bridge to prevent accidents. Residents of nearby villages such as Dadha, Charda, Jorar, and Lurgum now face a lengthy detour to reach the Sisai block. The bridge, constructed in 2010 at a cost of approximately 3 crore rupees, was about 200 feet long and was a critical link for the local communities.