The Lalbakaiya River bridge at Nijgadh in Rautahat has reached the stage of operation after years of uncertainty and delay, according to Minister for Physical Infrastructure Development Sunil Lamsal.
Construction of all six spans has been completed, along with work on the footpath, railing and expansion joints. The bridge contract was signed in 2071 BS, with construction originally scheduled to be completed within three years.
Bridge construction reaches final stage
The completion of the spans and associated works marks significant progress on the long-delayed project. The bridge is now nearing operation, although the available details do not specify when it will open to the public.
Key details
- Location: Lalbakaiya River at Nijgadh, Rautahat
- Completed work: All six spans, footpath, railing and expansion joints
- Contract agreement: Signed in 2071 BS
- Original construction target: Three years
