Archive · 2 Jul 2025
Sivasagar Residents Urge CM for Bridge Replacement and Infrastructure Improvements
People in Sivasagar want a new, safer bridge because the old one is falling apart.
The old bridge was built long ago and is now rusty and dangerous.
The people told their leader they want the old bridge replaced with a new one made of strong material.
Some people also want a new road to help traffic.
Meanwhile, two students unfortunately drowned in the river, highlighting the need for safety improvements.
Sivasagar residents urged CM to replace a deteriorating British-era bridge.
The existing iron bridge was built in 1935 by Braithwaite & Co. and is severely corroded.
The bridge has been closed to vehicles for over 25 years due to safety concerns.
A delegation requested a modern RCC bridge and a flyover to improve infrastructure.
The proposal comes as two students drowned in the Dikhow River during the same period.
- Who
- Sivasagar Municipality Tax Payers' Association (SMTPA) and local residents.
- What
- Residents are requesting the construction of a new bridge and flyover.
- When
- The request was made during the Chief Minister’s visit.
- Where
- Sivasagar, Assam.
- Why
- To improve infrastructure and address safety concerns.
Pro-Modernization
Pro-Preservation
Bridge Replacement
Pro-Modernization
Supports the replacement of the old bridge with a modern RCC structure.
Pro-Preservation
Values the old bridge as a historical landmark.
- Existing Bridge Builder
- Braitwaite & Co.
- Bridge Construction Year
- 1935
- Bridge Length
- 159 meters
- Bridge Width
- 4.8 meters
- Vehicle Ban Date
- June 24, 1997
- River Drowning
- Dikhow River