<p>Three people were killed while six others were injured late on Thursday (Nov 9) night after an SUV rammed through several vehicles at the Bandra-Worli sea link in Mumbai, according to the police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accident reportedly occurred at around 10:15 pm. Reports said that in an attempt to flee the scene, the car hit several vehicles at the toll queue. The driver of the speeding car has been arrested and the vehicle&nbsp;has been seized, according to the reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"After colliding, the car sped up and hit two to three other vehicles at the toll plaza. A total of six cars were damaged in the accident. Nine people were injured, out of which three people have died. Two of the six others injured are in a serious condition," senior police officer Krishnakant Upadhyay was quoted as saying by the <em>Times of India</em>.</p>

<p>Apart from the SUV, five more vehicles were involved in the accident on the sea link, he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The DCP further said: "The driver of the Innova tried to escape from the spot and sped away. As the vehicle reached the toll booth, it rammed into many cars, leaving nine people injured. Later, three of them were declared dead."</p>

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<p>Among the injured people, two of them are in critical condition, including the driver of the SUV. All injured are currently receiving treatment, DCP Upadhyay said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was reported that&nbsp;a case has been registered against the driver of the SUV and investigations are currently underway.</p>

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<p>Mumbai's picturesque Bandra-Worli Sea Link&nbsp;connects West Mumbai's Bandra to South Mumbai's Worli. In recent months, the landmark&nbsp;has been the site of several&nbsp;car crashes.</p>

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Three people were killed while six others were injured late on Thursday (Nov 9) night after an SUV rammed through several vehicles at the Bandra-Worli sea link in Mumbai, according to the police.

Three people were killed while six others were injured late on Thursday (Nov 9) night after an SUV rammed through several vehicles at the Bandra-Worli sea link in Mumbai, according to the police. The accident reportedly occurred at around 10:15 pm. Reports said that in an attempt to flee the scene, the car hit several vehicles at the toll queue. The driver of the speeding car has been arrested and the vehicle has been seized, according to the reports. "After colliding, the car sped up and hit two to three other vehicles at the toll plaza. A total of six cars were damaged in the accident. Nine people were injured, out of which three people have died. Two of the six others injured are in a serious condition," senior police officer Krishnakant Upadhyay was quoted as saying by the Times of India. Apart from the SUV, five more vehicles were involved in the accident on the sea link, he said. The DCP further said: "The driver of the Innova tried to escape from the spot and sped away. As the vehicle reached the toll booth, it rammed into many cars, leaving nine people injured. Later, three of them were declared dead." Also read | India: Pile-up after truck hits 12 vehicles following break failure on Mumbai-Pune Expressway Among the injured people, two of them are in critical condition, including the driver of the SUV. All injured are currently receiving treatment, DCP Upadhyay said. It was reported that a case has been registered against the driver of the SUV and investigations are currently underway. Also watch | WION Dispatch: Tata Sons Ex Chairman Cyrus Mistry dies in a road accident near Mumbai × Mumbai's picturesque Bandra-Worli Sea Link connects West Mumbai's Bandra to South Mumbai's Worli. In recent months, the landmark has been the site of several car crashes. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Three killed, several injured after SUV hits multiple cars at Mumbai's Bandra-Worli Sea Link

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<p>The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) in the financial capital of India, Mumbai, is planning to construct a "Bow-String" bridge to connect the 10.58-kilometre Mumbai Coastal Road Project (MCRP) with Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL).</p>

<p>To ease vehicular congestion, the BMC has started MCRP to significantly reduce travelling time in Mumbai. The high-speed road project is expected to originate from the Princess Street flyover near Marine Drive and&nbsp;will end at BWSL.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, the decision to build a "Bow-String" bridge was taken after the local fishing community started a protest. Earlier, an arterial bridge was to be constructed on monopiles (pillars) to connect MCRP with BWSL. However, the fishing community argued that the gap between pillars was not adequate for boats which could be dangerous for boats during strong waves, as well as hamper their livelihood.</p>

<p>They demanded that the gap between pillars be around 200 metres while the BMC suggested 60 metres. As the protests snowballed, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde intervened, earlier this year in January and recommended that the gap be increased to 120 metres.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After a relative period of back and forth, BMC gave up on the arterial bridge and decided to construct a ‘Bow String’ girder bridge.</p>

<p>“The primary reason why we chose this option is that this bridge doesn’t require additional piling works and the removal of one of the existing monopiles will not pose any threat to the structure. This bridge will be held by high-tension chords and these kind of designs are suitable for smaller bridges built without any strong foundation,” one of the officials was quoted as saying by the Indian Express.</p>

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<h2><strong>What is a Bow-String bridge?</strong></h2>

<p>A Bow-String bridge is a type of bridge which is held together using high-tension chords instead of resting on pillars for support. The arch-shaped chords support the end of the bridge tightly with the surface. Due to the shape of the bridges, which resembles that of a 'bow', the name came into being.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the major reasons why such a bridge has been preferred by the BMC is because of safety. After BMC considered the requests of fishermen, the gap between pillars was increased but it proved to be unsafe for the overall structural integrity of the bridge.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Currently, BMC has set a November 2023 deadline for the project. However, with the change in design, the deadline may very well be pushed beyond May 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The work on the other stretches of the coastal road is on schedule. This bridge will come up in the northern fag-end, which is within the last one kilometre. If the remaining stretch is ready before bridge work completes, then the MCRP may be opened for vehicular movement,” added the&nbsp;official.</p>

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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) in the financial capital of India, Mumbai, is planning to construct a "Bow-String" bridge to connect the 10.58-kilometre Mumbai Coastal Road Project (MCRP) with Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL).

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) in the financial capital of India, Mumbai, is planning to construct a "Bow-String" bridge to connect the 10.58-kilometre Mumbai Coastal Road Project (MCRP) with Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL). To ease vehicular congestion, the BMC has started MCRP to significantly reduce travelling time in Mumbai. The high-speed road project is expected to originate from the Princess Street flyover near Marine Drive and will end at BWSL. Notably, the decision to build a "Bow-String" bridge was taken after the local fishing community started a protest. Earlier, an arterial bridge was to be constructed on monopiles (pillars) to connect MCRP with BWSL. However, the fishing community argued that the gap between pillars was not adequate for boats which could be dangerous for boats during strong waves, as well as hamper their livelihood. They demanded that the gap between pillars be around 200 metres while the BMC suggested 60 metres. As the protests snowballed, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde intervened, earlier this year in January and recommended that the gap be increased to 120 metres. After a relative period of back and forth, BMC gave up on the arterial bridge and decided to construct a ‘Bow String’ girder bridge. “The primary reason why we chose this option is that this bridge doesn’t require additional piling works and the removal of one of the existing monopiles will not pose any threat to the structure. This bridge will be held by high-tension chords and these kind of designs are suitable for smaller bridges built without any strong foundation,” one of the officials was quoted as saying by the Indian Express. ALSO READ | BMC takes steps to curb dust in Indian financial capital Mumbai What is a Bow-String bridge? A Bow-String bridge is a type of bridge which is held together using high-tension chords instead of resting on pillars for support. The arch-shaped chords support the end of the bridge tightly with the surface. Due to the shape of the bridges, which resembles that of a 'bow', the name came into being. One of the major reasons why such a bridge has been preferred by the BMC is because of safety. After BMC considered the requests of fishermen, the gap between pillars was increased but it proved to be unsafe for the overall structural integrity of the bridge. WATCH | Mumbai Dabbawalas to attend King Charles' coronation × Currently, BMC has set a November 2023 deadline for the project. However, with the change in design, the deadline may very well be pushed beyond May 2024. “The work on the other stretches of the coastal road is on schedule. This bridge will come up in the northern fag-end, which is within the last one kilometre. If the remaining stretch is ready before bridge work completes, then the MCRP may be opened for vehicular movement,” added the official. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>A 43-year-old businessman and his driver were killed by a speeding cab on Mumbai's Bandra Worli Sea Link in a sad event. When the accident occurred on the north-bound road, the businessman, Amar Manish Jariwala, and his driver, Shyam Sundar Kamat, were attempting to save a bird. On the internet, shocking CCTV footage from the crash has surfaced.</p>

<p>According to media reports, Jariwala was travelling to Malad via the Bandra-Worli Sea Link route when the tragedy occurred. Suddenly, a kite collided with the automobile, prompting Jariwala to order his driver, Kamat, to come to a halt. They both descended onto the busy Sea Link Road to save the injured bird.</p>

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<p>Jariwala scooped up the injured bird when Kamat stopped the car in a corner. A speeding car on the same route slammed into them as they were checking on the bird. The hit was so powerful that the two soared into the air and landed flat on their backs.</p>

<p>Both were rushed to Lilavati Hospital in the city, where Jariwala was pronounced dead and Kamat was in critical condition. The driver, on the other hand, died during treatment a few days later.</p>

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<p>The accused cab driver was detained for causing death as a result of his carelessness. He has also been placed in judicial custody. A lawsuit has been filed against Ravindrakumar Jaiswar (38), accusing him of rash and irresponsible driving.</p>

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<p>The accident happened at pole number 76 on the Bandra-Worli sea connection, according to investigating officer PSI Kiran Jadhav. As soon as the police team received information about the collision, they went into action and arrived on the scene.</p>

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A 43-year-old businessman and his driver were killed by a speeding cab on Mumbai's Bandra Worli Sea Link in a sad event. When the accident occurred on the north-bound road, the businessman, Amar Manish Jariwala, and his driver, Shyam Sundar Kamat, were attempting to save a bird.

A 43-year-old businessman and his driver were killed by a speeding cab on Mumbai's Bandra Worli Sea Link in a sad event. When the accident occurred on the north-bound road, the businessman, Amar Manish Jariwala, and his driver, Shyam Sundar Kamat, were attempting to save a bird. On the internet, shocking CCTV footage from the crash has surfaced. According to media reports, Jariwala was travelling to Malad via the Bandra-Worli Sea Link route when the tragedy occurred. Suddenly, a kite collided with the automobile, prompting Jariwala to order his driver, Kamat, to come to a halt. They both descended onto the busy Sea Link Road to save the injured bird. Also read | Video captures 12-year-old boy robbing Michigan gas station, firing gun Jariwala scooped up the injured bird when Kamat stopped the car in a corner. A speeding car on the same route slammed into them as they were checking on the bird. The hit was so powerful that the two soared into the air and landed flat on their backs. Both were rushed to Lilavati Hospital in the city, where Jariwala was pronounced dead and Kamat was in critical condition. The driver, on the other hand, died during treatment a few days later. Never get down and walk like this on Bandra Worli Sea Link! NEVER! pic.twitter.com/YLQGWjcqsE — Roads of Mumbai 🇮🇳 (@RoadsOfMumbai) June 10, 2022 × The accused cab driver was detained for causing death as a result of his carelessness. He has also been placed in judicial custody. A lawsuit has been filed against Ravindrakumar Jaiswar (38), accusing him of rash and irresponsible driving. Also read | Man accused of ploughing car through crowd in Berlin is 'mentally ill': Prosecutors The accident happened at pole number 76 on the Bandra-Worli sea connection, according to investigating officer PSI Kiran Jadhav. As soon as the police team received information about the collision, they went into action and arrived on the scene. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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