Construction begins on Nam Pat steel bridge

Son La Newspaper, in partnership with sponsoring organisations, and the People’s Committee of Bo Sinh commune in Song Ma district, held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a steel bridge that spans the Nam Pat stream on November 18.

 

At the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the Nam Pat steel bridge.

A representative from Son La Newspaper speaks at the event.

Nong and Pat hamlets currently have nearly 200 households. For years, residents and students from these hamlets have faced significant challenges when crossing the Nam Pat stream, especially during the rainy season, when rising waters and strong currents make travel dangerous. At some times, the localities have even been isolated for several days. 

In response to these challenges, Son La Newspaper, which was assigned by the provincial People's Committee to assist Bo Sinh commune, teamed up with relevant agencies in Song Ma district to conduct site surveys and make cost estimates for the construction of a bridge over the stream. It also called for donations from organisations, individuals, and businesses, both within and outside the province, to contribute to the construction of this vital steel bridge.

Representatives of Son La Newspaper, Song Ma district, and sponsoring units present the funding to Bo Sinh commune.

At the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the Nam Pat steel bridge.

The bridge is designed to be 2.5m high, 16m long, and 1.5m wide, with a total estimated cost of nearly 260 million VND (10,230 USD). Its primary sponsor is Hanoi-based Tan Phat Equipment Technology JSC, with additional funding from Son La Newspaper and nine co-sponsors. The construction is scheduled to be completed in early December 2024.

Son La Newspaper’s leaders present gifts to Pat and Nong hamlets.

This project aims to address the transportation challenges faced by local residents, making it easier for local students to reach school.

Leaders of Song Ma district and Son La Newspaper present gifts to Nong hamlet on the occasion of the Great National Unity Festival.

On this occasion, leaders of Song Ma district and Son La Newspaper also presented gifts to Nong and Pat hamlets on the occasion of the Great National Unity Festival.

 

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