Balaghat's ₹19 Crore Wainganga Bridge: Two and a Half Years On, Still Incomplete

• A ₹19 crore bridge connecting Jagpur to Balaghat over the Wainganga River has seen slow progress, with only a fraction completed in two and a half years.
• The bridge is crucial for over 18 villages, reducing travel distance to Balaghat city from 10 km to 4 km and benefiting daily commuters, businesses, and students.
• M/s Amfra Structure, whose tender was previously canceled due to slow work, has been re-assigned the project, raising questions about official oversight.
• Local residents express frustration over the prolonged delay and the difficulties faced due to the incomplete bridge.
• Collector Mrinal Meena has set a new deadline of June 2026 for the Jagpur bridge completion, despite the current slow pace.

Why It Matters: Balaghat's vital ₹19 crore Wainganga bridge faces significant delays, raising concerns about project management.