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Cracks Found in Pillars of New ₹23-Crore Ramanathapura Cauvery Bridge, Residents Raise Concerns
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 04:37 AM
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During a recent inspection, cracks were discovered in the pillars of the newly constructed Ramanathapura Cauvery Bridge in Hassan district, prompting locals to allege substandard workmanship.
A recent inspection of the Ramanathapura Cauvery Bridge in Hassan district revealed cracks in several of its pillars, raising concerns about the quality of construction.
The bridge, which cost ₹23 crore, was built to improve connectivity across the Cauvery River and was inaugurated earlier this year.
Local residents have expressed alarm, alleging that the workmanship may have been substandard and that the cracks could compromise the bridge’s safety.
Authorities have announced that a detailed technical review will be conducted to assess the extent of the damage and determine necessary remedial measures.
The bridge, which cost ₹23 crore, was built to improve connectivity across the Cauvery River and was inaugurated earlier this year.
Local residents have expressed alarm, alleging that the workmanship may have been substandard and that the cracks could compromise the bridge’s safety.
Authorities have announced that a detailed technical review will be conducted to assess the extent of the damage and determine necessary remedial measures.