Incomplete Kutameshwori Bridge Causes Hardship for Locals and Travelers
Summary
The incomplete Kutameshwori bridge in Parsa, Mahottari Rural Municipality-1, is forcing locals, students, farmers and travelers onto a narrow diversion on the Janakpur-Bhiththamod road section of the Hulaki Highway. Residents say the delays are causing long traffic jams, risky journeys and disruption to ambulances and school vehicles, especially during the monsoon.
Key Points
- The Kutameshwori bridge on the Janakpur-Bhiththamod road section of the Hulaki Highway remains incomplete for a long time, causing daily hardship for locals and travelers.
- Residents say the alternative diversion is narrow, damaged and unsafe, with long traffic jams and higher accident risk during the monsoon.
- Ambulances and school vehicles are being affected, and travelers often have to take long detours to reach their destinations.
- The project office says the bridge is about 50 percent complete, the deadline has been extended to July 11, 2083 BS, and another extension may be sought due to budget constraints.
