Shillong, May 12: The East Khasi Hills district administration has issued fresh traffic regulations ahead of the inauguration of the Umiam Bridge bypass on...
Deputy Chief Minister in-charge PWD (Roads) Prestone Tynsong said the new bridge near Umiam dam is in the final stages of completion and will be opened shortly.
Deputy Chief Minister in-charge PWD (Roads) Prestone Tynsong on Tuesday reviewed the proposed construction of the flyover and new bridge projects in the city.
Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong has assured that the ongoing construction of the new bridge near Umiam Dam incorporates all necessary safety measures, including the risk of water discharge from the dam.
According to sources, the bus driver was unaware that vehicles over 4 metric tonnes aren't permitted to cross over the bridge. The bus while trying to cross the bridge hit the height barricade installed near the bridge.
Commuters traveling via the Umiam Bridge will experience relief as the High Powered Committee (HPC), chaired by Deputy Chief Minister and PWD (Roads) Minister Prestone Tynsong, has approved the resumption of 2-way vehicular movement after nearly 8 months on the crucial bridge.
Power Minister Abu Taher Mondal on Friday conducted a high-level inspection to oversee the progress of works under Dam Rehabilitation & Improvement Projects (DRIP) at Umiam Bridge.
