Bhubaneswar, Oct. 21 -- The Rs 114-crore Badakamar bridge over the Brahmani river in Dhenkanal district of Odisha remains unused as a dispute over its approach road continues in Khadagprasad village. Although construction is complete, vehicles have yet to use it.

The bridge was planned to connect Hindol and Parjang areas and was scheduled to become operational by October 30, 2022. However, disagreements over the alignment of the approach road have delayed its opening.

Residents of Khadagprasad have alleged that the proposed approach road does not follow the original design and survey plan. They claim that efforts are being made to construct the road through an existing village road, which they say would affect hundreds of villagers.

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