Túin Construction Begins to Connect Nuwakot Headquarters
Summary
Túin construction has begun in Nuwakot to restore links to Bidur after floods in the Trishuli River washed away bridges and damaged roads. The temporary crossings are aimed at easing rescue work, relief delivery, and hospital supply transport while bridge repairs are studied.
Key Points
- Túin construction has started to reconnect Bidur, the Nuwakot headquarters, after flood damage cut off road transport.
- The Trishuli River flood washed away a bridge and damaged roads, disrupting access to Bidur, Rasuwa, and other settlements.
- Temporary túins are being built at five places with technical support from the Nepali Army, the Local Infrastructure Development Office, and Bidur Municipality.
- The Nepali Army has also begun a technical study for bailey bridge construction at several flood-damaged sites.
