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Arunachal Bridge Damaged by Overloaded Vehicles, Movement Restricted in Kibithoo
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🗓 01 Sep 2026, 08:52 PM
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The KKG‑BSB bridge in Kibithoo, Arunachal Pradesh, sustained damage after overloaded vehicles crossed it, prompting authorities to restrict public movement in the area.
The KKG‑BSB bridge spanning the Dibang River in Kibithoo, Arunachal Pradesh, was reported damaged after a series of overloaded vehicles crossed it. Local officials confirmed that the excessive load caused visible cracks and structural weakness in the bridge deck.
In response, the district administration has imposed a temporary restriction on public movement across the bridge to prevent further damage and ensure safety. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes while repairs are underway.
Arunachal Pradesh’s Public Works Department has dispatched a team of engineers to assess the extent of the damage and prepare a repair plan. The department has also issued a warning to transport operators about the risks of overloading vehicles in the region.
The incident has raised concerns about the maintenance of critical infrastructure in remote areas, and authorities are reviewing traffic regulations to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
In response, the district administration has imposed a temporary restriction on public movement across the bridge to prevent further damage and ensure safety. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes while repairs are underway.
Arunachal Pradesh’s Public Works Department has dispatched a team of engineers to assess the extent of the damage and prepare a repair plan. The department has also issued a warning to transport operators about the risks of overloading vehicles in the region.
The incident has raised concerns about the maintenance of critical infrastructure in remote areas, and authorities are reviewing traffic regulations to prevent similar occurrences in the future.