18 suspension bridges damaged by Bhotekoshi flood repaired and back in operation

Eighteen suspension bridges damaged by flooding in the Bhotekoshi River have been repaired and brought back into operation.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah shared the information on social media. According to him, the Ministry of Infrastructure Development repaired the bridges, which fall along the Trishuli corridor. The flood had caused major damage to 11 bridges and minor damage to seven others.

With the repairs complete, movement has become easier for residents of flood-affected districts including Nuwakot, Dhading, Gorkha and Chitwan. PM Shah said the bridges becoming operational again has helped normalize life in the affected areas.