With the opening of Hancock Bridge at Sandhurst Road, the BMC and the railways are now set to demolish the Carnac Bunder bridge, which is over 150 years old. Does it really need to go or can it be salvaged? mid-day accessed the IIT-Bombay report and found out that the bridge is in derelict condition. Almost all parts of the structure are either corroded or have developed cracks. The Indian Institute of Bombay’s report had recommended shutting down the bridge immediately. Now, the bridge has been closed for traffic and its demolition will begin soon, said officials. Officials in railways said they have asked the traffic police to issue the no-objection certificate for starting the demolition work.

Corroded column and gussets