Bailey bridge restores road link between Rasuwa and Nuwakot after six weeks
Summary
A newly installed Bailey bridge over the Phalakhu river has restored direct road access between Rasuwa and Nuwakot after six weeks. The bridge was built with support from the Nepali Army after floods on August 26 washed away a bridge and sections of road between the two districts.
Key Points
- Vehicles have resumed traveling between Rasuwa and Nuwakot after a Bailey bridge was installed over the Phalakhu river.
- The old bridge and nearby road sections were washed away by floods on August 26.
- The Nepali Army supported the bridge installation and earlier helped open a difficult hillside track to Betrawati.
- Preparations are also underway to install another Bailey bridge at Syafrubesi.
