Finally, block to get a bridge

Newindpress, 27th April, 2008

VILLAGERS of around six panchayats under Titilagarh block, who are cut off from the mainstream by the Undeer river, heaved a sigh of relief after their long-standing demand for construction a bridge over the river was conceded.The approval for construction of the bridge was obtained by Titilagarh block Chairman Bhaktaram Majhi. At a meeting held recently, Works Minister AU Singhdeo sought permission from Panchayati Raj Department for the bridge.As the villages come under the department, a resolution was passed that the work would be undertaken by the Works Department at an estimated cost of Rs 29 crore.The bridge was a longstanding demand of the people, which if fulfilled will connect Titilagarh with neighbouring Kalahandi district directly. People don’t have to make a detour to go to hospitals once the bridge opens.Around 80,000 people of 30 villages have to travel 60 km to reach the town, while the distance could be easily covered by crossing the river of 2 km.