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Damage Reported on Rishikesh's Bajrang Setu Glass Bridge Before Inauguration
Rishikesh’s Bajrang Setu glass bridge damaged ahead of inauguration; Unidentified person breaks panels
The Economic Times
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The Bajrang Setu glass bridge in Rishikesh, India, has suffered minor damage ahead of its opening due to vandalism. Officials are enhancing security measures while concerns about the bridge's durability and safety persist, especially since it has already faced incidents of damage during construction.
- 01The Bajrang Setu glass bridge in Rishikesh has sustained minor damage before its official opening.
- 02An unidentified individual damaged the top layer of the bridge's glass panels.
- 03The bridge, costing approximately ₹69.20 crore (roughly $8.3 million USD), features five layers of toughened glass.
- 04This incident follows a previous damage case caused by a worker's hammer, raising safety concerns.
- 05Authorities are implementing security measures, including CCTV installation, to prevent further incidents.
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The Bajrang Setu glass bridge in Rishikesh, India, has encountered minor damage just before its anticipated inauguration. An unidentified individual reportedly broke the top layer of the bridge's glass panels, although the underlying layers remain intact. The bridge, constructed at a cost of approximately ₹69.20 crore (roughly $8.3 million USD), features a unique design with five layers of toughened glass, each measuring 12 mm thick. This incident marks the second time the bridge has faced damage, with a previous occurrence involving a hammer dropped by a worker. Despite ongoing construction, pedestrian movement has continued over the bridge, prompting officials to restrict access as a precaution. Authorities are now enhancing security measures, including the installation of CCTV cameras and improved lighting, to safeguard the structure and address concerns regarding its durability and maintenance.
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The ongoing damage incidents raise serious concerns about public safety for both tourists and locals using the bridge.
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