Lack of Safety Measures Cost More than 10 Lives in Kolkata flyover collapse

Construction projects in India have often suffered from safety issues with frequent collapses.

The flyover has been under construction since 2009 and has missed several deadlines for completion, Reuters news agency said.

At least 10 people have been killed and several others injured after a flyover under construction collapsed in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata (Calcutta), officials say.

Reports suggest as many as 150 could be trapped under the concrete and steel bridge, which fell on a busy road.

Images showed residents using their bare hands to help the rescue effort.

Experts say there is a lack of inspections and substandard materials are used.

The accident took place in an area near Girish Park, one of Kolkata’s most densely populated neighbourhoods, with narrow lanes, and shops and houses built close together.