Bridge connecting Rautahat and Sarlahi remains incomplete for 9 years
Summary
The Bagmati River bridge connecting Rautahat and Sarlahi districts remains incomplete after nearly nine years, forcing residents to cross dangerously and highlighting political and administrative neglect.
Key Points
- The bridge over the Bagmati River between Rautahat and Sarlahi has been incomplete for nearly nine years.
- The construction contract was signed in July 2016 with Toodi–Rasuwa–Pappu JV at a cost of Rs 863.7 million, with multiple deadline extensions.
- Floods damaged part of the bridge in 2080 BS, further delaying construction as the contractor abandoned the site.
- Despite claims that 80 percent of work is done, the bridge remains non-operational, forcing locals to cross the river using risky bamboo structures.
