'Why After Lok Sabha Polls?' Union Minister Suspects Conspiracy Behind Bihar Bridge Collapses

Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi alleged on Saturday that there might be a conspiracy behind the bridge collapse incidents in Bihar to malign the BJP-led government in the state. A total of five bridges, consisting big and small, have collapsed across the state in just over a week. One incident each was reported from the Araria, Siwan, East Champaran, Kishanganj, and Madhubani districts.

The latest incident occurred in the Bheja police station area of Madhubani district which is situated in the state's northern extreme, along the borders with Nepal.

"Why has the state suddenly started witnessing incidents of bridge collapse? Why is it happening after the Lok Sabha polls? Why were such incidents not taking place a month before? I suspect some conspiracy behind it. Authorities concerned must look into this aspect," PTI quoted Manjhi as saying.