Chandigarh, May 14 -- A high-level bridge will be constructed in place of the existing causeway over Sukhna Choe near Bapu Dham in Sector 26 to alleviate disruptions in traffic flow and mitigate the impact of heavy rains during monsoon.

A consultant, hired by the UT engineering department to conduct a topographical survey, hydraulic studies, detailed designing, preparation of drawings and a detailed project report, and detailed estimates for the project, has recently submitted its report.

The bridge will help prevent any disruption in flow of traffic like the one experienced in 2023 when water released from the Sukhna Lake flooded the causeway and led to its closure for several days. The existing culvert at the site is low.

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