Construction of bridge across Bhavani nearing completion.

Construction of bridges across Bhavani river and two major irrigation canals near Kodiveri dam is nearing completion.

The bridges across the river and Thadapalli and Arakankottai canals have been a long-felt need of the people in villages on either sides of the river: Periyakodiveri and Akkaraikodiveri. Though located close, people had to hitherto take a detour through Sathyamangalam town to cross the river. According to official sources, the main bridge runs to a length of 800 metres along with approach roads with a width of 10.5 metres. The bridges that are being constructed at an estimated cost of Rs. 13.20 crore will provide a better connectivity to Athani road.

The bridge will be of convenience to tourists coming from both directions: Sathy and Athany roads to enjoy the waterfalls at the dam.

THE HINDU