Collapse at Fatehnagar Bridge Prompts Urgent Action and City-Wide Inspections
Hyderabad, Telangana – A major safety concern came to light on May 26 when a staircase at Fatehnagar Bridge collapsed, injuring two individuals during the busy Sanathnagar Sunday market rush.
The accident occurred in an area that sees heavy pedestrian traffic, especially during weekends, highlighting the risks posed by deteriorating infrastructure in high-use zones.
Commissioner Responds Swiftly
Soon after visiting the site, HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath assessed the situation and declared the staircase structure unsafe. Without delay, he ordered its demolition via JCB machinery, ensuring that no further harm would come to passersby.
💬 “This should never have happened. Safety is not optional,” Ranganath stated during the on-site briefing.
City-Wide Safety Inspections Announced
As a preventive measure, HYDRAA also announced that it will initiate inspections across the city to identify vulnerable and aging structures, aiming to prevent future mishaps.
Reconstruction Plans Underway
Local Corporator Satish Goud confirmed that a new and safer staircase will be built soon, promising locals that the bridge will be made secure and accessible.
“We are committed to public safety and will ensure such lapses don’t recur,” Goud stated.
Public Safety Can’t Be an Afterthought
The incident is a wake-up call for municipal bodies and a reminder that routine infrastructure checks must be prioritized in urban planning.
#SamayaJyothi stands firmly with the people of Hyderabad, echoing the call for accountability, swift action, and long-term safety reforms.
