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BRO builds bailey bridge at Chishoti, restores link to Machail Mata Temple
BRO has finished a 140‑foot Bailey bridge at Chishoti, replacing a washed‑away structure and restoring road access to the Machail Mata Temple ahead of the July pilgrimage season.
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has completed a 140‑foot Bailey bridge at Chishoti in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, restoring road connectivity that was lost when an earlier bridge was washed away during a cloudburst in August 2025. The new prefabricated steel structure now provides a vital link to the Machail Mata Temple, a prominent pilgrimage site that draws thousands of devotees each July. By delivering a safe and reliable passage, the bridge enables pilgrims and local residents to travel to the temple without the previous disruptions caused by the damaged infrastructure. Construction was carried out by BRO teams using heavy machinery, allowing the bridge to be installed swiftly despite the rugged terrain and limited access. The restoration is expected to ease movement for devotees during the annual July yatra and support the local economy by improving access to the surrounding areas. No additional statements or statistics were provided in the source material.
Source: Hindustan Times
