India reopens suspension bridge over Mahakali river to public
Indian authorities had closed the suspension bridge connecting the two bordering towns since early morning.Darchula has reported several border-related issues in the past and the government has sent two diplomatic notes to India, but the southern neighbour has generally snubbed such concerns. Manoj Badu/TKP
A suspension bridge connecting Nepal and India was reopened by Indian authorities to the public from 9am on Monday, two hours later than the usual time.
India had closed the suspension bridge since early morning.
Darchula locals on Sunday padlocked the door of the suspension bridge that connects Nepal and India after the Indian side unilaterally started constructing an embankment along the Mahakali river.
Dirgha Raj Upadhyaya, chief district officer of Darchula, said the issue was resolved yesterday by coordinating with the locals and the Indian authorities.
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