Bridge Breaks in Bihar

May 4, 2026, 09:15
IndiaOther

Introduction

A part of the Vikramshila Bridge fell into the Ganga river on Monday. Now, no cars can use the bridge.

Main Body

The bridge broke at 12:50 am. A piece of the road fell into the water. Police moved people away quickly. No one died and no cars fell. People knew the bridge was old. In March, photos showed the walls were bad. The government said the bridge was safe, but it was not. Now, people use boats to cross the river. Some people drive to Munger instead. The government is building a new bridge. It will be ready in December.

Conclusion

The bridge is closed. Experts are looking at the problem. Repairs will take three months.

Learning

πŸ•’ Timeline Talk

Notice how the story moves from Past β†’\rightarrow Present β†’\rightarrow Future. This is the key to A2 storytelling.

1. What Happened (Past)

  • fell β†’\rightarrow broke β†’\rightarrow moved
  • was (The bridge was old)
  • Use these to tell a story about yesterday.

2. Now (Present)

  • use (People use boats)
  • is building (Government is building)
  • is closed (The bridge is closed)
  • Use these to describe the current situation.

3. Coming Soon (Future)

  • will be (It will be ready)
  • will take (Repairs will take)
  • Use 'will' for things that haven't happened yet.

Quick Tip: 'No one' vs 'Some'

  • No one died = 0 people.
  • Some people drive = a few people.

Vocabulary Learning

bridge
A structure that lets people or vehicles cross a river or other obstacle
Example:The bridge over the Ganga river was damaged.
river
A large natural waterway that flows toward an ocean, lake, or another river
Example:The bridge fell into the river.
police
Officers who enforce laws and keep order
Example:Police moved people away quickly.
boats
Small vessels used to travel on water
Example:People use boats to cross the river.
cross
To go from one side to the other side of something
Example:People drive to Munger instead of crossing the river.
build
To make or construct something
Example:The government is building a new bridge.
closed
Not open or not available for use
Example:The bridge is closed for repairs.
experts
People who have a lot of knowledge or skill in a particular area
Example:Experts are looking at the problem.
problem
A difficult situation that needs a solution
Example:The broken bridge is a problem for commuters.
repairs
Work done to fix or mend something that is broken
Example:Repairs will take three months.