India's Bridge Collapse Crisis: Second Collapse in Two Years Raises Safety Concerns

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India's Bridge Collapse Crisis: Second Collapse in Two Years Raises Safety Concerns
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A suspension bridge under construction in India's eastern state of Bihar collapsed for the second time in less than two years, leaving one person missing. The incident is one of many examples of structures and buildings in India that have crumbled due to poor construction quality and the use of cheap materials. Accidents related to construction are common in India, with 38,000 people dying since 2001 due to construction accidents alone.

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