Construction of New 95.00 m Span Single Lane Steel Motor Bridge on Pakhi-Hyuna-Pokhni-Lanji to Dwing Motor Road across Alaknanda River under State Sector.

Location

The project is located in Chamoli District, Uttarakhand, under Badrinath Legislative Assembly Constituency.\ The proposed bridge site lies at Km 3 (XS 2/4-7) on Pakhi-Hyuna-Pokhni-Lanji to Dwing Motor Road.\ The project falls under the jurisdiction of Provincial Division, PWD Gopeshwar.

Background and Problem Statement

The Pakhi-Hyuna-Pokhni-Lanji to Dwing Motor Road serves as an important rural connectivity corridor in the hilly terrain of Chamoli district. At present, there is no permanent motorable bridge across the Alaknanda River at this location.

Seasonal water flow, high flood levels, and absence of a permanent crossing severely affect:

Year-round vehicular movement
Emergency services
Connectivity to Badrinath constituency villages

During monsoon and high discharge periods, communication gets completely disrupted, posing serious safety and socio-economic challenges.

Project Concept and Need

The project is conceived to provide a permanent, all-weather motorable bridge across the Alaknanda River.\ The proposed 95.00 m single-span Steel truss bridge will eliminate river crossing risks and ensure uninterrupted connectivity.

Key needs addressed:

Reliable access to remote habitations
Improved disaster resilience
Reduction in travel time and transport cost
Strategic connectivity in a sensitive Himalayan region

Key Components and Features

Structural Configuration- Single span 95.00 m steel truss bridge with RCC wall type abutments on both banks

High-Impact Features

Single-span configuration avoids obstruction to river flow
Steel truss enables erection without riverbed staging
Designed for high seismic and hydraulic forces
Suitable for difficult Himalayan terrain and logistics

Beneficiaries and Coverage

The project will directly benefit:

Residents of Pakhi, Hyuna, Pokhni, Lanji and nearby villages
School children, patients, and daily commuters
Emergency and disaster response services

Indirect beneficiaries include traders, transporters, and pilgrims travelling through the region.

Expected Benefits and Outcomes

Improved Connectivity: Year-round motorable access
Safety: Elimination of risky river crossings
Economic Growth: Better access to markets and services
Disaster Management: Reliable evacuation and relief route
Regional Development: Strengthening rural road network

Current Status of the Project

DPR Preparation in Progress: Including survey, soil testing, design & drawings
Proof Checked: Superstructure vetted from IIT Roorkee.
Estimated Cost: ₹ 6.35 Crore (₹635.00 Lakhs approx.)
Land Status: No land acquisition involved

Implementation Plan / Next Steps

Administrative approval under State Sector
Financial sanction
Tendering and award of work
Construction period: approx. 12 months after sanction

Conclusion

The construction of the 95.00 m span steel motor bridge on Pakhi-Hyuna-Pokhni-Lanji to Dwing Motor Road is a critical infrastructure intervention for Chamoli district. The project will ensure safe, reliable and permanent connectivity across the Alaknanda River, contributing significantly to regional development and public welfare.

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