Rhino cruise gets stuck at Narayani bridge pillar, bridge at risk

Summary

The Rhino Cruise motor boat has been swept away and wedged against a pillar of the Narayani River bridge in Nawalpur, raising fears about the bridge’s safety. Authorities are discussing using a crane to break the boat free as floodwaters continue to rise.

Key Points
  • The Rhino Cruise, a large motor boat anchored on the Narayani River bank, was swept away by floodwaters.
  • It became entangled at a pillar of the bridge over the Narayani River, creating a risk to the bridge’s safety.
  • Assistant Chief District Officer Chiranjivi Rana said authorities are considering breaking the cruise with a crane since it cannot be pulled out.
  • High water levels and nightfall are complicating efforts, and officials fear the bridge pillar could be damaged if water flow remains blocked.
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