KANDHKOT: At least four labourers have died in tragic accidents involving two bridge collapse incidents in Sindh.
One worker was also injured in the separate accidents reported on Friday.
The first incident involved the under-construction Ghotki-Kandhkot project.
A section of the structure suddenly collapsed during ongoing construction work.
Locals said a heavy portion of the two bridge project fell without warning.
The incident raised serious concerns about construction quality and safety standards.
Authorities are now reviewing the safety procedures at the site.
Initial reports suggest possible negligence during the building process.
The collapse has also triggered questions about project management.
In a separate tragedy, another two bridge collapse occurred near Tangwani.
This incident took place over the Naseer Canal in the Karampur area.
An old and damaged bridge section gave way during nearby construction work.
Workers were reportedly present when the structure suddenly fell.
Local residents said rescue efforts were delayed for several hours.
Emergency teams reportedly reached the site after significant delays.
Four labourers were confirmed dead after being pulled from the debris.
One injured worker was shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The victims were identified as Abu Bakar, Imam Bakhsh, and Imdad Nandwani.
The identity of the fourth worker is still being confirmed by authorities.
Officials believe weak safety arrangements contributed to the fatalities.
The Ghotki-Kandhkot two bridge project is a major infrastructure development.
It is being built over the Indus River to improve regional connectivity.
The project links upper Sindh with Punjab and Balochistan.
Originally estimated at Rs17 billion, the project cost has now risen sharply.
It has increased to around Rs32 billion due to design changes and delays.
The project was later expanded after flood impact assessments.
Authorities had earlier said the bridge would be completed by 2027.
However, repeated delays have slowed down construction progress significantly.
The latest collapse has raised fresh concerns about future timelines.
Public reaction has been strong on social media platforms.
Residents are demanding a transparent inquiry into both two bridge incidents.
They are also calling for strict accountability for those responsible.
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Officials are expected to launch further investigations into the accidents.
The incidents highlight growing safety concerns at major construction sites in Sindh.
