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- Vikramshila Bridge in Bhagalpur operational by November 30.
- Material transport for Vikramshila Bridge completes by August 25.
- Sultanganj-Aguwani Ghat Bridge completion targeted for November 2027.
State Bureau, Patna: The Vikramshila Bridge in Bhagalpur is expected to become operational by November 30. The transport of construction materials to the site has already begun and is scheduled to be completed by August 25.
The development comes after a review by Road Construction Department Secretary Pankaj Kumar Pal on Friday. During the review, which also covered progress on the Sultanganj-Agwani Ghat Bridge, Secretary Pal evaluated key technical aspects of the bridge reconstruction work, particularly inspecting the Bailey bridge and reviewing bearing assessments.
The meeting was attended by Bihar State Bridge Construction Corporation Limited Chairman Dharmendra Kumar, bridge expert Alok Bhowmik, agency representatives, and senior department officials.
Vikramshila Bridge Demolition Plan
The span demolition work on Vikramshila Bridge will commence as soon as traffic on the structure ceases. Following a review of the IIT Patna investigation report, officials instructed technical teams to prioritise the repair of the bridge's bearings and joints. The meeting also included detailed discussions regarding the removal of the Bailey bridge.
Sultanganj-Aguwani Ghat Ganga Bridge Progress Reviewed
The Road Construction Department Secretary also reviewed the progress of the Sultanganj-Aguwani Ghat Ganga Bridge project, receiving detailed updates from engineers and the agency on site.
Under the project, a 4-lane cable-stayed bridge with a pedestrian footpath is being constructed over the Ganga River, connecting Bhagalpur and Khagaria districts. The project also features a 20.3-kilometre approach road. During the review, the agency assured officials that construction work will be completed by the scheduled deadline of November 2027.