In Bettiah, Bihar, a portion of a bridge over the Dhanauti River has collapsed, completely halting traffic. The incident occurred in Majhaulia, where the Rural Works Department promptly erected barricades to prevent vehicles from crossing. This bridge, located in Lal Saraiya Panchayat, was crucial for connecting Bakharia to Karamwa and served approximately a dozen nearby panchayats. Akash Kumar, a Technical Supervisor with the Rural Works Department, stated that the bridge is between 35 to 40 years old and that they have implemented cautionary measures to ensure public safety. Local residents have voiced their frustrations, noting that the bridge began deteriorating a month prior, leading to accidents and disruptions in their daily activities. This incident follows a series of bridge-related issues in Bihar, including a recent collapse of a slab on the Vikramshila Setu, which also caused traffic diversions. Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has assured that temporary transportation measures will be in place until the bridge is fully operational by November 30.