Experts of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Mandi, are of the opinion that fortifying the resilience of bridges in Himachal is necessary to protect roads from the rain disaster in future.
“Recent floods in Himachal Pradesh have once again underscored the vulnerability of our bridge infrastructure to the forces of nature. As we grapple with the massive loss, it has become an eye-opener that a proactive approach to bridge assessment and maintenance is not just a preference but a critical necessity. The role of bridge researchers, therefore, has emerged as a linchpin in extending the lifeline of these vital transportation links and mitigating their susceptibility to calamities,” they said.
