Over 20 injured in bridge collapse in India

A major accident occurred when a part of the foot-over bridge collapsed at Ballarshah railway station in Maharashtra's Chandrapur in India, Report informs referring to India Today.

Many passengers fell from the bridge on the track from a height of about 60 feet. About 20 passengers were injured in the mishap.

Eight people are said to be in critical condition.

Affected passengers were heading from platform number 1 to platform number 4 and they were taken to the hospital.

“Railway announces ex gratia over $1,200 to grievously injured and over $600 to those who sustained simple injuries. Injured persons are being given the best medical treatment by shifting them to other hospitals for early recovery,” Central Railway's Chief Public Relations Officer said.