Residents of Kudwa Panchayat in Khagra block, Kishanganj district, are facing severe difficulties due to an incomplete bridge. On Wednesday night, a groom had to cross a river by boat with his wedding procession (baraat) because the bridge construction has been pending for decades. This incident highlights the daily struggles of local people, who have to overcome significant hurdles even for basic needs.

According to reports, the groom and baraat members first boarded a boat to cross the river. After disembarking, villagers then carried the groom on their shoulders through a muddy path to reach the main road. Other members of the baraat also received assistance from the villagers. This scene was not only a memorable experience for the groom but also raises serious questions for the local administration and leaders about why a crucial bridge project has been stalled for so long.

Local residents state that this bridge is a vital link connecting Kudwa to Maheshbathna. Its absence not only creates problems for social events like weddings but also makes it difficult for children to go to school, patients to reach hospitals, and farmers to transport their produce to the market. Villagers have repeatedly appealed to local representatives and the administration to address this issue, but their grievances have gone unheard.

This incident once again exposes the reality of incomplete development projects. Villagers have demanded that the government complete the bridge construction as soon as possible to alleviate their hardships. They warn that if the problem is not resolved soon, they will be forced to protest.