India sends three Bailey bridges to restore flood-hit connectivity
Summary
India has supplied Nepal with components for three Bailey bridges to help restore road connectivity in flood-hit Nuwakot and Rasuwa. The first consignment has been handed over in Hetauda, with more shipments expected in the coming days.
Key Points
- India has provided Nepal with components for three Bailey bridges to restore transport links after flood damage in Nuwakot and Rasuwa.
- The first consignment for a 70-metre Bailey bridge was handed over to the Road Division Office in Hetauda.
- The bridges are meant to help restore connectivity in the Betrawati area affected by the Bhote Koshi-Trishuli flash floods.
- The floods washed away 35 motorable bridges and 17 footbridges, prompting Nepal to seek Bailey bridge support from India and China.
