Don't Just Move On

Morbi'’s tragedy is a symptom of weak urban local bodies. Strengthen these, fix accountability

Accountability needs to be fixed for the tragic loss of over 150 lives following the collapse of a century-old suspension bridge over the Machchhu river in Gujarat’s Morbi. The local police have filed an FIR and detained people in connection with the incident. Based on what’s been admitted by local municipal officials, it’s apparent that there was gross administrative failure as the bridge was thrown open to pedestrians without a formal fitness clearance after being closed for months to carry out repairs.