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Damaged Sumbal bridge poses risk to commuters

Locals said that the bridge hasn’t been repaired over years and now can be a reason for any mishap
09:47 AM Sep 09, 2024 IST | Irfan Raina
damaged sumbal bridge poses risk to commuters
Damaged Sumbal bridge poses risk to commuters
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The vital bridge connecting Sumbal – Hariganiwan area with the Srinagar-Leh national highway is in dilapidated condition and poses danger to the people.

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The bridge over nallah Sindh at Sumbal in tehsil Gund of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district is in damaged condition and hundreds of vehicles ply via this bridge every day.

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The Sumbal bridge is vital as it is an alternate route for those travelling on the Srinagar-Leh highway towards Sonamarg, Ladakh or towards Srinagar.

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This bridge is also important for the areas like Sumbal, Surfraw, Hariganiwan and other areas to connect them with the main highway.

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Locals said that the bridge hasn’t been repaired over years and now can be a reason for any mishap.

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They urged the authorities to repair the bridge or to construct a new one for the convenience of the people.

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