Pune, June 15 -- Maharashtra Minister Makarand Patil on Sunday said that the bridge which collapsed in Pune was restricted for people and two-wheelers but people flocked to the site as they were "excited" for monsoon tourism.

Speaking to ANI, Maharashtra Minister Makarand Patil said, "Till now, injured people have been admitted to the (Civil) hospital... Rescue operation is going on in full swing. NDRF and SDRF have come here for the same along with volunteering organisations and locals... This bridge was restricted for people and two-wheelers, but people were excited for monsoon tourism, many tourists flocked on the bridge and it collapsed."

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