Pillar of Dodhara-Chandani suspension bridge collapses, traffic halted
Summary
A pillar of the Dodhara-Chandani suspension bridge over the Mahakali River in Kanchanpur has collapsed, halting movement of people and vehicles. Authorities say around six metres of the bridge need repair and a technical team will inspect the site.
Key Points
- A pillar of the Dodhara-Chandani suspension bridge in Kanchanpur broke down on Monday morning, stopping traffic on the route.
- The bridge connects Bhimdatta Municipality and Dodhara-Chandani Municipality, and people are facing commuting difficulties after the closure.
- Police said about five to six metres of the bridge on the Dodhara side has risen and a team has been deployed at the site.
- A technical team is expected to inspect the bridge after the pillar collapsed due to water force.
