High-level probe ordered into flyover collapse in Nanded, says minister

Nanded, Jul 10 (PTI) The Maharashtra government has ordered a high-level inquiry into the collapse of a portion of the Vishnupuri flyover on the Nanded-Latur highway and strict action will be taken against those found responsible, district guardian minister Atul Save said on Friday. A part of the the flyover collapsed suddenly on Thursday morning, though no casualties were reported. Taking serious note of the incident, the government has ordered a detailed technical investigation to find out whether there were any lapses in construction, use of substandard material, negligence in execution or failure on the part of any agency involved in the project, Save said. A team of experts from the Centre would arrive from Delhi on Saturday to conduct a detailed inspection, he said. Nanded Collector Rahul Kardile, meanwhile, directed police to temporarily close the flyover for traffic as a precautionary measure. PTI COR KRK