Dhaka, Oct. 2 -- A bridge built over the Mathabhanga River in Chuadanga Sadar Upazila has remained unused for three years, as no approach roads were constructed.

The Tk 66 million structure, completed in August 2022, has yet to serve its purpose.

With no direct connection, residents cross the river by boat at risk, while drivers are forced to detour 10 to 11km to reach their destinations, fuelling anger in the community.

Senior Assistant Engineer of Chuadanga LGED, AKM Rafiqul Islam, said a new contractor will be appointed to build the approach roads and open the bridge to traffic soon.

Construction of the 90m long, 5.5m wide bridge on the Pirpur-Gonjerghat road began in January 2021 with a budget of Tk 66.7 million. It was scheduled ...