17/09/2025
LG Manoj Sinha Inaugurates Bailey Bridge on Ramban-Gool Road
Ramban, Sept 17, CNS: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday virtually inaugurated a bailey bridge on the Ramban-Gool road, calling it a symbol of resilience and a lifeline for the people of the region. The bridge, completed under challenging circumstances by the Indian Army, is expected to benefit nearly 1.5 lakh people living in Ramban, Sangaldan, and Gool areas by restoring a crucial connectivity link.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the significance of the project in a region recently hit by natural calamities. Heavy rains and landslides had caused extensive damage to infrastructure, leaving communities grappling with economic hardships, disruption in mobility, and limited access to essential services. βThe bridge is not just a physical structure but a promise of relief and renewal for the people who endured immense difficulties due to damaged infrastructure,β Sinha said.
He noted that the Ramban-Gool road serves as a vital route connecting multiple communities and that its disruption had severely affected daily life. The completion of the bailey bridge has eased those concerns by ensuring the smooth flow of traffic, movement of goods, and emergency services. βIt will significantly boost connectivity and improve the ease of living for local residents,β the LG remarked.
Commending the efforts of the Indian Army, Sinha said the bridge reflects the dedication and commitment of its engineers who worked tirelessly to meet the urgent need. βDespite natural disasters and harsh conditions, the brave engineers of the Army showed exemplary resolve and technical expertise. This bridge stands as a testament to their unwavering service to the nation and the people of Jammu and Kashmir,β he said.
Locals have also expressed relief at the restoration of the road link. For families in Gool and Sangaldan, the disruption had meant difficulty in reaching hospitals, schools, and markets. Farmers and traders, too, faced mounting losses due to the obstruction in transporting produce and goods. With the bridge now operational, many see it as a turning point for economic activity in the area.
Officials said that beyond immediate relief, the project will have long-term benefits. It will reduce travel time, improve access to government services, and strengthen connectivity with other parts of Jammu division. βInfrastructure is central to development, and this bridge will help the region regain its pace of growth after months of disruption,β an official added.
The Lieutenant Governor reiterated the administrationβs commitment to strengthening rural connectivity and improving resilience against natural disasters. He said the state government, in collaboration with central agencies, is working on a series of infrastructure projects aimed at securing uninterrupted road access in hilly and disaster-prone areas.
The bailey bridge is expected to serve as both a practical and symbolic achievement, marking a step forward in the regionβs recovery and development. (CNS)