ROB repair nearing completion, likely to be operational by Jan-end

The much-anticipated repair work on the road over bridge (ROB) near Dimapur District Sports Council (DDSC) complex here was nearing completion and expected to be operational by the end of January. This was disclosed by Innovative Construction project manager Litangba Sangtam.
Speaking to Nagaland Post, Sangtam explained that the project involved demolition and reconstruction of the first two approach spans of the bridge. He said demolition work commenced in October last year, paving the way for construction of reinforced earth (RE) walls and pre-fabricated RE blocks on the two spans.
He disclosed that the newly reconstructed bridge now measured 10.2 metre in width, comprising a 7.1 metre roadway and 1.5 metre-wide footpaths on both sides, adding that the approach road was also widened approximately by one metre, compared to its earlier structure.
He mentioned that the bridge structure was now complete, with only minor works remaining such as installation of steel hand railings along the footpaths, and blacktopping of the bridge.
Initially planned for completion in six months, it may be noted that the project timeline was expedited to just four months following administrative directives.
The repair work, undertaken by Public Works Department (PWD) National Highway Division, is being executed at an estimated cost of Rs 2.68 crore.
Once operational, the repaired ROB is expected to significantly improve connectivity and address long-standing traffic congestion issue in the entire city.