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Bridge Construction Accelerates, Aiming to Connect 80,000 Residents in Doda’s Siraj
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 05:17 PM
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Construction of a new bridge in the Siraj area of Doda district is speeding up, with the aim of linking about 80,000 residents to the main road network.
The Jammu and Kashmir government has accelerated work on a new bridge in the Siraj area of Doda district, a project that promises to improve connectivity for roughly 80,000 residents.
The bridge, which will span a local river that has historically isolated the community, is expected to link the remote villages to the district headquarters and facilitate easier access to markets, schools and health facilities.
According to officials, the construction phase has entered a critical stage, with additional labor and materials being deployed to meet the projected timeline. The project is part of a broader state initiative to upgrade rural infrastructure and reduce travel times for underserved areas.
Local leaders have welcomed the development, citing the potential for economic growth and improved emergency response capabilities. The bridge is slated for completion later this year, pending final inspections and safety approvals.
Once operational, the structure will not only connect Siraj to the main road network but also serve as a vital link for neighboring villages that currently rely on longer, less reliable routes.
The bridge, which will span a local river that has historically isolated the community, is expected to link the remote villages to the district headquarters and facilitate easier access to markets, schools and health facilities.
According to officials, the construction phase has entered a critical stage, with additional labor and materials being deployed to meet the projected timeline. The project is part of a broader state initiative to upgrade rural infrastructure and reduce travel times for underserved areas.
Local leaders have welcomed the development, citing the potential for economic growth and improved emergency response capabilities. The bridge is slated for completion later this year, pending final inspections and safety approvals.
Once operational, the structure will not only connect Siraj to the main road network but also serve as a vital link for neighboring villages that currently rely on longer, less reliable routes.