Auto-rickshaw driver injured as a portion of flyover caves in near Delhi's Alipur
The Delhi Police has closed the affected flyover for vehicular movement to ensure safety
A portion of a road in Alipur area caved in amid intermittent rainfall in the region, in New Delhi, Thursday, Sept. 04, 2025. (PTI Photo)
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A large part of a flyover on National Highway-44 near Delhi’s Alipur caved in due to incessant rains on Thursday morning.
The incident occurred at around 6 am under Alipur police station limits.
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According to officials, a large section of the flyover collapsed, creating a deep crater.
An auto-rickshaw passing over the stretch got stuck when its front portion fell into the pit, leaving the driver injured. He was immediately rushed to Harishchandra Hospital for treatment.
The Delhi Police has closed the affected flyover for vehicular movement and imposed traffic diversions to ensure safety. NH-44 is among the busiest routes in the capital, and the closure is likely to cause significant inconvenience to commuters.
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The national capital has been witnessing heavy rainfall for the past three days, resulting in severe waterlogging and traffic congestion in several areas.
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