Madhu inspects Hasirumakki bridge construction
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Shivamogga: District minister Madhu Bangarappa and Congress MLA Gopal Krishna Belur conducted an inspection on Friday of the Hasirumakki bridge construction works in Sagar taluk, a state govt-funded project to connect remote villages across Sharavathi River.
The project is about 20 kms away from the Ambaragoldu-Kalasavalli bridge, popularly known as the Sigandur bridge, which is a prestigious project of the Union govt.
Madhu Bangarappa stated that the Hasirumakki bridge construction fulfils a regional aspiration. The project, now 80% complete, is scheduled for inauguration in May 2026.
The Hasirumakki bridge project, costing Rs 125.7 crore, includes 1.115 km of road construction.
The structure features a width of 8.5 metres and comprises 34 pillars.
The minister provided assurance regarding the govt's dedication to timely project completion. He addressed the concerns of Sharavathi dam-affected residents about survey and block inclusion, promising resolution.
According to the MLA, the previously stalled bridge construction resumed after being raised in the Belgaum assembly session.
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The govt allocated Rs 45 crore in the initial phase, with construction progressing swiftly. The bridge will link central Karnataka and coastal regions, serving tourists, students, and businesses.
With only 26 metres of road construction remaining, the bridge nears completion. Local leaders, officials, and public representatives attended the inspection. The duo also examined the Sigandur bridge later.
MLA presents baagina to Tunga River
Meanwhile, Shivamogga MLA Channabasappa presented baagina to Tunga River at Tunga Mantap located at the banks of the river in Shivamogga. He noted the river's significance for agriculture, drinking water, and environmental balance, highlighting the region's traditional river worship culture.
This comes amidst the monsoon helping the Bhadra reservoir located on the Shivamogga and Chikkamagaluru districts border inching near its maximum level. The dam is presently receiving 25,000 cusecs.
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