A newly opened railway overbridge in Itadhi, Buxar district of Bihar, has been closed for public use. Cracks were spotted in the flank portion of the bridge on June 5, 2026, just a few days after it opened to the public on May 30 or 31. The administration immediately stopped the movement of heavy vehicles to prevent any accidents.
Who is responsible for the damage and what is the current status?
Saraswati Chandra, the CPRO of East Central Railway, clarified that the main part of the bridge over the railway tracks is safe. This section was built by the Railways and has no technical flaws, meaning train operations are not affected. The cracks appeared in the flank portion, which was constructed by the Bihar State Bridge Construction Corporation Limited. A team of experts is now conducting a detailed technical investigation to find the cause.
What are the key details of the Itadhi overbridge?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Construction Cost | Approximately 26.40 Crore Rupees |
| Date of Opening | May 30/31, 2026 |
| Date of Closure | June 5, 2026 |
| Damaged Part | Flank section (State Agency part) |
| Safe Part | Main track section (Railway part) |
How is the local traffic being managed now?
To help the general public, the Itadhi railway crossing, which was closed on May 31, has been reopened for traffic. Local leaders including MP Sudhakar Singh and former MLA Sanjay Kumar Tiwari have questioned the quality of construction. They have demanded a high-level probe and action against those responsible for the poor work. Some reports suggest the damage happened due to overloaded trucks, while locals allege the use of low-quality materials.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the railway track under the Itadhi bridge safe?
Yes, East Central Railway confirmed that the main section over the tracks is completely safe and train operations are continuing normally.
Why was the bridge closed so soon after opening?
The bridge was closed on June 5, 2026, because cracks were found in the flank section built by the Bihar State Bridge Construction Corporation Limited.