Archive · 20 Jan 2026

Restored 250-Year-Old Amira Kadal Bridge Inaugurated in Srinagar

Restored 250-Year-Old Amira Kadal Bridge Inaugurated in Srinagar

A very old wooden bridge in Srinagar, called the Amira Kadal Bridge, was fixed up and opened again.

This bridge is about 250 years old and was first built by a governor named Amir Khan Sher Jawan.

The bridge is special because it has seen many important events in history.

The government spent a lot of money to make sure the bridge is safe and looks nice.

The leader of the area, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, said that fixing up old bridges and buildings is important to keep the city's history alive while making it better for people to live in.

He also said that the bridge will help people move around more easily and make the city more enjoyable for visitors.

Many important people from the area were there to see the bridge being opened again.

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