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KATHMANDU: India has granted Nepal 10 additional Bailey bridges (portable steel bridges) to support the restoration of road networks damaged by floods and landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rains. This year’s assistance comes in response to a request made by the Government of Nepal. India had provided 10 Bailey bridges last year as well.
According to officials, one of the 10 bridges was formally handed over to Nepal on Thursday, while the remaining nine bridges will arrive within a week.
During a ceremony held in Hetauda, India’s Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava handed over the Bailey bridge to Kulman Ghising, Minister for Energy, Water Resources & Irrigation, Physical Infrastructure & Transport, and Urban Development.
Bridge Specifications
The newly provided Bailey bridge has:
Length: 70 meters
Width: 4.25 meters (single lane)
Load capacity: 38 metric tons
These specifications make the bridge suitable for deployment in areas where road access has been severely disrupted.
Nepal Thanks India for Timely Support
At the handover ceremony, Minister Ghising said the assistance was critical for quickly restoring infrastructure damaged by natural disasters. He emphasized that India’s support would help reopen essential transport routes and maintain smooth mobility across affected regions.
Describing India as a reliable and longstanding partner, Ghising stated that the continued cooperation in roads, energy, education, health, and capacity-building had strengthened bilateral ties. He expressed gratitude to the Government of India for its consistent support during times of crisis.
India Reaffirms Commitment to Nepal
Indian Ambassador Srivastava said India is always ready to support Nepal during difficult times. He highlighted that this year’s Bailey bridges are longer than previous ones, making them more suitable for highly damaged locations. He also informed that technical teams from India will soon arrive to assist in installing the bridges at selected sites.
Officials Appreciate India’s Technical and Material Assistance
Physical Infrastructure and Transport Ministry Secretary Keshav Sharma and Department of Roads Director General Bijay Jaishi thanked India for its continued technical and material support. They noted that such cooperation has been crucial in restoring roads disrupted by recurring natural disasters.
The new Bailey bridges are expected to play a key role in reconnecting remote areas, reviving local economies, and ensuring safe transport mobility as Nepal begins post-disaster reconstruction.
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