The recent flooding in the Budhigandaki River caused significant damage to two bridges connecting areas in Gorkha, leading officials to explore options for restoration.
Impact on Local Bridges
Heavy floods in the Budhigandaki River has damaged two bridges in the Gorkha district. According to the early reports, the bridge over the Soti Khola that linked ward number 2 and 3 of Arughat Rural Municipality has been completely washed away.
Repair and Restoration Plans
The main Arughat bridge, which connects Gorkha and Dhading, also suffered major damage. About 22 meters of the RCC section of this bridge was swept away by the flood, although the truss structure is still remaining in place.
The Ministry of Physical Infrastructure Development stated that they are currently doing a technical assessment to see if it is possible to install a bailey bridge at the Arughat bridge site so that it can start operating again.
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