Excelsior Correspondent
RAMBAN, Dec 10: The 45-metre double-lane steel superstructure bridge over Chapra Nallah between Dharamkund and Sangaldan along the Ramban-Gool road, being constructed by Border Roads Organisation (BRO), is nearing completion.
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Executed by 52 RCC and 760 BRTF under the General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF), the project is being constructed at a cost of Rs. 9 crore including a one-kilometre approach road to resolve the long-standing issue of frequent road blockades caused by flash floods in Chapra Nallah.
The new bridge, measuring 45 metres in length and 12 metres in width, replaces a vulnerable and repeatedly damaged C-shape stretch that often disrupted movement, leaving commuters, students, patients and Government employees stranded during rains.
For years, the Chapra Nallah had been a major bottleneck on Ramban-Gool-Sangaldan-Mahore route.
Locals claim that the near-completion of the bridge marks fulfilment of a long-pending demand and a dream project for the area.
They expressed gratitude to the Government and BRO for addressing a persistent challenge that caused immense hardship, noting that the bridge would ensure better access to healthcare, education and administrative services.
Officials said the project reflects the Government’s commitment to strengthening road infrastructure in remote and hilly regions, ensuring all-weather connectivity and fostering economic development.
Once operational, the bridge is expected to keep the Ramban-Gool-Sangaldan-Mahore corridor open even during adverse weather conditions.
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