Footbridges rise again from flood wreckage
Summary
The government has begun repairing and rebuilding suspension footbridges along the Trishuli river after the August 26 flood destroyed or damaged crossings in Nuwakot and Dhading. The damage has cut off communities from markets, schools, health facilities and other essential services.
Key Points
- A devastating August 26 flood damaged or destroyed suspension footbridges along the Trishuli river, severing links between communities in Nuwakot and Dhading.
- A preliminary assessment found 53 of 64 footbridges between Muglin and Timure were damaged; 20 need repairs and 33 must be rebuilt.
- Repair work has started at several sites, including Keureni Bazar and Tarukaghat, with five footbridges currently under repair.
- The government has issued repair orders and called tenders to rebuild the remaining footbridges beyond repair.
