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The bridge was crowded at the time of the accident as people were celebrating the festival of Diwali.
At least 141 people were killed after a pedestrian suspension bridge collapsed in the western Indian state of Gujarat on Sunday night.
Most of the victims were women, children and the elderly.
The 230-meter bridge over the Machchu River in Morbi was built in 1880, during the British rule in the 19th century.
However, it was reopened only a week ago after renovation.
Authorities reported that the bridge, which is a major local tourist attraction, was crowded at the time of the collapse.
Tourist brochures mention a visit to Julto Pula (or Hanging Bridge). “10 best things to do in Morbi” and attracts a large number of tourists and local residents to holidays and festivals.
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Help teams were mobilized, and the rescue operation lasted all night.
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More than 177 people have been rescued, according to authorities.
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The bridge was renovated.
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Most of the victims are women, children and the elderly.
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The rescue of survivors continued until Monday.
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The send-off of some of the 141 victims began in Morbi on Monday afternoon.
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