53 suspension bridges damaged from Timure to Muglin, repairs underway on 20
Summary
The government is repairing 20 suspension bridges damaged by the August 26 Bhotekoshi River flood in Rasuwa, with work already underway on five bridges. It has also invited tenders to rebuild 33 bridges found beyond repair.
Key Points
- The August 26 Bhotekoshi River flood damaged 53 of the 64 suspension bridges between Muglin and Timure in Rasuwa.
- Officials determined that 20 of the damaged bridges need repair, and work orders were issued on September 2.
- Repair work has started on five bridges, including Mahesh Dobhan–Mastar and Kalikathan, and is expected to finish within a month.
- Tenders have been invited to reconstruct 33 suspension bridges that were deemed beyond repair.
