Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir), June 13 -- : The construction of a new 58 metre long bridge over the Tawi river in Chenani block of Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district has brought hope of development and ease of doing business to the villagers.

The bridge is being built to replace a 62-year-old wooden bridge, which could not support heavy vehicles and hindered development projects and businesses alike in villages established across the bridges over the years.

The estimated cost of the construction is Rs 332 lakh and a population of over 50,000 will benefit, which lives across the bridge.

The construction which began earlier this month was a long pending demand of several locals.

A resident of Nagolta village and a driver by profession ...