The Sri Lanka Navy on Tuesday (06 Jan) concluded a dedicated boat service operation that provided vital transportation for the local community following the collapse of the Nayaru Bridge in Mullaitivu. 

According to the Navy, the service was initiated on 29 November 25 to ensure the uninterrupted movement of people and goods across the Nayaru Lagoon, connecting Nayaru and Kokilai, after the bridge was rendered unusable due to severe weather conditions. 

Over the period, the Navy ensured safe and reliable transit, transporting a total of 17,860 individuals and 1,912 motorcycles across the lagoon. 

The special boat service was terminated upon the successful restoration and reopening of the Nayaru Bridge, fulfilling its intended mission. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Army Engineers have restored essential connectivity following the complete collapse of the Nayaru main bridge in Mullaitivu, which was severely damaged by intense flooding caused by Cyclone Ditwah recently.

The collapse of the bridge disrupted vehicular movement along key routes, including the Mullaitivu-Welioya, Mullaitivu-Trincomalee, and Mullaitivu-Kokkilai roads, causing major inconvenience to the public and isolating several communities.

According to the Ministry of Defence, in response, Army Engineer troops carried out urgent repair and bridging operations under challenging conditions. 

A Compact 100 heavy bridge, spanning 120 feet with 12 bays and providing two-way access, was installed to restore safe passage.

The timely intervention by the Army has re-established mobility in this area in the northern part of the island. (Newswire)

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