Guwahati: Troops of Trishakti Corps of Indian Army, in collaboration with the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), have successfully constructed a 100-foot Bailey bridge over the Zeema Chu river, reconnecting the important town of Lachen in North Sikkim.
The bridge, which was completed in a record three days, will restore seamless movement of vehicles and ensure uninterrupted supply of essential goods to the region, said a defence press release.
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The original bridge over Zeema Chu was washed away by a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) on October 3, 2023, cutting off Lachen from the rest of the state.
The construction of the Bailey bridge became a top priority for the Indian Army and BRO, as it was crucial for the well-being of the people of Lachen.
Despite the challenging terrain and weather conditions, the teams from Trishakti Corps and BRO worked tirelessly to complete the bridge, it said.
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The BRO constructed the abutments for the bridge, while the Trishakti Sappers swiftly assembled the Bailey structure.