India: Hundreds Plunge Into River After Bridge Collapses

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A bridge collapse has left at least 32 people dead and several injured in Gujarat, India.

Local footage shows people hanging off the partly-submerged suspension bridge as about 400 people were on the structure at the time, in an incident that occurred just days after the bridge was reopened following repairs.

Videos show onlookers attempting to rescue those trapped in the water and people climbing up netted wire remains of the bridge to escape the water, even as emergency responders from neighboring districts help with rescue efforts.

Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, who is in his home state of Gujarat on a three-day visit, said he was “deeply saddened by the tragedy” and announced compensation for the injured and the next of kin of those who have died.