Continuous rainfall has severely disrupted connectivity in parts of Sribhumi district, leaving several areas in the southern region of Ramkrishnanagar virtually cut off.
A temporary footbridge over the Singla River at Anipur was washed away after water levels rose sharply following days of incessant rain. With the collapse of this alternative crossing, transport and communication links between Anipur and nearby areas have been almost completely severed.
Residents of villages including Anipur, Timukha, Dullavchhara, Nibia, and Ratabari are facing severe difficulties as daily movement has been badly affected. Students, patients, traders, and commuters are struggling to travel across the region.
The latest disruption comes months after the collapse of the main concrete bridge connecting Anipur and Ramkrishnanagar. In that incident, seven vehicles—including two overloaded dumpers, two Alto cars, a Bolero pickup, a Maxima pickup, and a motorcycle—fell into the Singla River, leaving several people injured. Since then, connectivity in the area has remained fragile.
Following that collapse, authorities had constructed a temporary footbridge to restore limited movement. However, the recent surge in river water levels has swept away the makeshift structure, worsening the crisis.
Local residents have alleged that emergency services have been seriously affected due to the lack of a reliable crossing, raising concerns over access to medical care and the transportation of essential goods.
Meanwhile, construction of another temporary bridge has reportedly begun, but residents have expressed dissatisfaction over the slow pace of work, saying the delay is increasing hardship for thousands in the affected areas.
The situation remains critical as rainfall continues across the region.
