Port Blair, May 27: The Superintendent of Police of N & M Andaman has issued a public notice concerning the safety of the bridge at Km 88.300 (B.D. Nallah) within the Jarawa Reserve Areas, which has sustained significant damage. The deck slab on the left-hand side (from JPP Jirkatang) has been compromised, prompting the barricading of the left carriageway. Consequently, traffic has been redirected to the right-hand side (half carriageway) of the bridge.
As per the notice, recent inspections have revealed cracks on the right-hand side deck slab of the bridge as well. To ensure the safety of road users and prevent potential incidents, the following precautions have been mandated:
Vehicle Weight Restriction:
The maximum weight per vehicle is restricted to 20 metric tons.
Heavy vehicles carrying construction materials or goods are limited to a load of 7-8 cubic meters, excluding the 10 metric tons weight of the unloaded truck.
Oil tankers and LPG cylinder carrying vehicles are also restricted to a load of 7-8 cubic meters, excluding the 10 metric tons weight of the unloaded truck.
Speed Limit:
Vehicles crossing the bridge must adhere to a speed limit of 10 km/h.
Single Vehicle Crossing:
Only one vehicle is allowed to cross the bridge at a time.
These measures are essential to ensure the continued safety of all road users. Compliance with these precautions is mandatory and will be strictly enforced.
This public notice has been issued by the Superintendent of Police, North and Middle Andaman District, Mayabunder, to inform and safeguard the public while necessary repairs are being planned.
