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Ved-Variyav bridge

Blunderlust rating★★★★★ 4.2 / 5 · 138 reviews⌖ Ved–Variyav, over the Tapi river, SuratEntry #01 in Surat
Ved-Variyav bridge — photo 1

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The newly inaugurated bridge developed visible cracks just 40 days after opening, part of a pattern of newly built Gujarat flyovers/bridges failing shortly after inauguration.

The official record states: "No detailed official cause statement found in available reporting; authorities ordered inspection and repair."

“Forty days from ribbon to crack, a Gujarat record only until the next one.”— Blunderlust Editorial Desk

Sources

  • https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/watch-ved-variav-bridge-in-surat-develops-cracks-just-40-days-after-inauguration

Visitor reviews Satire

“Crossed it on day thirty-nine, which locals now regard as the last safe day.”
WD W. D'Souza · Surat★★★★★
“The Tapi has been flowing for a few thousand years and the bridge over it managed forty days before it needed a doctor.”
QR Q. Rahman · Surat★★★★★
“Went to see a brand new bridge and spent the visit photographing its cracks instead. Faster turnaround than the inauguration photos.”
EB E. Bose · Surat★★★★★
Blunderlust RecordBL/SUR/2024/BRI
Status
Under repeat repair
Category
Bridge
State
Gujarat
Year
Opened 2024
Cost to taxpayers
Cost not specified

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