The suspension bridge over Machchu river in western India collapses on October 30, 2022. (Photo: PTI/VNA)

The Indian Government has sent a five-member team to investigate the incident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said a rescue operation is still underway and the Government is doing everything in its power to support those affected.

The collapsed bridge was a 143-year-old local picnic site and attracted many tourists on weekends or holidays.

A local lawmaker said overcrowding led to the incident.

The bridge was earlier maintained by the local municipality, which limited the number of people on the bridge at one time to 20, he said.