Deomali, Apr 30: Minister for Environment & Forest and DoTCL, Wangki Lowang, laid the foundation stone for the construction of a 50-meter span bridge over the Dirok River at Kenon under Deomali circle in Tirap district.
The project, funded under RIDF is estimated at `11.19 crore. It was re-cast by the Executive Engineer (Planning), Khonsa Circle, and further modified by the Superintending Surveyor Works, PWD Eastern Zone, Namsai.
On the occasion,the Minister highlighted the significance of the bridge for the remote village of Kenon under Soha administrative circle in the 54-Namsang Assembly Constituency. The new bridge aims to provide all-weather connectivity to Kenon and nearby villages, promoting socio-economic development and facilitating access to health, education, and markets. It will also establish a direct route to Changlang district, enhancing trade and inter-district interaction.
Local leaders, including Kenon Chief Wangnoi Sawin and GB Phobon Sawin, expressed gratitude to the Minister for fulfilling a long-pending demand. They lauded the government’s effort to connect Kenon and adjoining villages to the mainstream.

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