Lakhimpur Kheri's Lifeline Bridge: Open 6 Months, Closed Nightly, Saves Villages

• Lakhimpur Kheri's temporary pontoon bridge at Pachpedi Ghat on Sharda River reopens, providing crucial relief.
• Operational from November/December until June 15, it closes nightly from 8 PM to 7 AM due to forest proximity.
• Serves hundreds of villages like Phoolbehad, Milpurwa, reducing travel distance to Nighasan significantly.
• Saves time and money for villagers who otherwise face long detours via Shardanagar and Dhakherwa.
• Despite its importance, a long-standing demand for a permanent bridge at Pachpedi Ghat remains unfulfilled.

Why It Matters: Temporary Pachpedi Ghat bridge is a vital, seasonal lifeline for Lakhimpur Kheri villages, awaiting a permanent solution.