Slab of Kerwa Dam gate collapses in Bhopal:Movement of people halted for safety as decades-old concrete structure built 40 years ago suddenly gave way

A concrete slab constructed above the gates of Kerwa Dam in Bhopal collapsed on Tuesday afternoon. The structure, which was built over eight gates, came crashing down suddenly. Fortunately, no one was present at the spot at the time of the incident, and no casualties have been reported. Following the collapse, authorities immediately restricted movement around the area as a precautionary measure. Entry and passage over the gates have been halted to ensure public safety while officials assess the structural stability of the dam. One of the oldest dams in the region According to available information, the Kerwa Dam was constructed even before the Bhadhbhada Dam, which was completed in 1965. This means the Kerwa Dam is around 40 years older and considered one of the region’s earliest water structures. Inspection likely soon Officials are expected to conduct a detailed inspection to determine the cause of the collapse and evaluate whether any other parts of the dam require urgent maintenance or reinforcement.