The Union Road Transport & Highways Minister, Nitin Gadkari, recently announced the approval of seven bridge projects in Arunachal Pradesh. These projects, with a cumulative cost of Rs 118.5 crore, are part of the Setu Bandhan scheme and are aimed at enhancing connectivity and fostering economic development in the state.
Bridge Projects Overview:
1. RCC Bridge Over Pacha River at Lachang:
Location: Laimoya, Nerewa & Sorrowa villages in East Kameng District.
2. RCC Bridge from Goang to Donigaon Village:
Location: Over Pacha river at Goang, on the way to Donigaon in East Kameng District.
3. Three Bridges on NH-313:
Location: Spanning from Roing-Anini road to New Chidu village via NHPC Colony in Lower Dibang District.
4. Double Lane Steel Composite Bridge with RCC Decking at Kharsa, Dirang:
Location: West Kameng District.
5. RCC Bridge at Pikte Point:
Location: Across the river Sigen to connect Tabiripo Saku village on Koyu-Goye road in Lower Siang District.
6. RCC Bridge Over Ngopok River:
Location: Mebo-Dholla road in East Siang District.
7. Steel Composite Bridge Over River Panyor:
Location: To connect Chullyu & Kebi village near Yazali Agri-Farm in Lower Subansiri District.
