Cracks Develop in Vital Bridge Across Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda

Cracks Develop in Vital Bridge Across Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda

A 25-year-old vital bridge across the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda has developed cracks, highlighting the rising flood waters in the Baglihar hydropower project reservoir upstream. The Public Works Department (PWD) engineer has blamed 'overlap of plaster' for the bridge damage. Authorities have closed the bridge across Chenab at Pul Doda area of the district, citing safety concerns. The bridge, which connects Doda to other parts of the region, is a crucial lifeline for the local population. The PWD engineer has assured that the bridge will be repaired soon. The incident has raised concerns about the maintenance of critical infrastructure in the region. The authorities have promised to take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.