Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the Lengtekai bridge over the Tlawng River, linking the capital Aizawl city with the lone Lengpui airport as well as the Mamit district bordering Tripura, a major infrastructure asset built under funding from the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways at a cost of Rs. 43.83 crore. Officially named the Faith Bridge, the structure measures 100 meters in length, 7.5 meters in width and 1.5 meters footpath on both sides is designed to carry loads up to 385 metric tonnes, significantly improving transport safety and capacity in the region.

 

Speaking at the inauguration, the Chief Minister recounted the challenges encountered during the bridge launching phase in December 2024, when pulley failure caused a major delay. After months of renewed technical preparation, the launching was attempted again in April 2025 and the structure was successfully positioned without incident. Subsequent finishing works, including approach roads, were completed in September 2025, enabling today’s formal opening.

 

Highlighting the bridge’s strategic value, he noted that it serves as a vital corridor for the Mamit district, which is home to around 85,000 people across roughly 90 villages. Reiterating the government’s guiding principle of completing works on time with quality, the Chief Minister observed that Mizoram’s road density, currently about 46.37 km per 100 sq km, remains significantly below the national average. Accelerating infrastructure growth, therefore, remains a priority. He expressed appreciation to Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari and the central government for their continued cooperation and responsiveness to the state’s needs.