ITANAGAR : The Border Roads Task Force (BRTF) has successfully launched a steel bridge at Huri in Kurung Kumey district, an official report said on Friday.

Huri is a remote border village located in the Damin circle near the Line of Actual Control with China.

The crucial connectivity project was executed under the direct supervision of BRTF Huri Officer Commanding (OC) Sandeep Tiwari, in close coordination with the Kurung Kumey district administration.

Highlighting the progress of the restoration work, Tiwari said, “The successful launching of the steel structure marks a major milestone in restoring full connectivity to the region. The remaining works are expected to be completed within the next 3 to 4 days, after which the Damin-Huri road will be reopened for the movement of all types of vehicles.” Kurung Kumey deputy commissioner Cheechung Chukhu said the bridge will be complete in all respects within the first week of August.

The vital border link was snapped on July 13 when a sudden surge in the Kumey River, triggered by heavy rain in the upper reaches, caused devastating flash floods that washed away the 66-metre bailey hanging bridge connecting Damin and Huri. The disruption temporarily cut off Huri village and surrounding border outposts, impacting movement and supply lines.

While temporary log crossings were initially constructed to enable essential pedestrian and emergency relief access, the launching of the permanent steel bridge will ensure heavy and all-weather vehicular movement along the strategically sensitive border zone.

According to the report, engineering teams are working on a war footing to complete the approach work and structural finishing within the week. (Source: PTI)