Foundation stone of Merakhong bridge laid
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 30 2018:
Naoriya Pakhanglakpa A/C MLA S Subashchandra laid the foundation stone of Malom Haraorou Merakhong Bridge at the adjoining area of Naoriya Pakhanglakpa A/C and Konthoujam village today.
Speaking at the foundation stone laying ceremony.
Subashchandra claimed that the said bridge will be constructed over Merakhong in view of the deplorable condition of the existing wooden bridge that is built over Merakhong.
He further lamented that the said bridge has been ignored for a long time and has been kept in a dilapidated condition by the past Government despite complaints from the people of Naoriya Pakhanglakpa A/C.Lauding the Chief Minister and the PWD Minister for acknowledging the plight of the people of Naoriya Pakhanglakpa A/C and for accepting the proposal to build the bridge, the MLA assured that best efforts will be made to complete the construction of the bridge before the rainy season.
Many high ranking officials of PWD were also present at the function.