Heavy Vehicle Ban Imposed on Key Coastal Bridge in Raigad; Collector Issues Order

Raigad: The Raigad district administration has imposed a complete ban on the movement of heavy vehicles weighing over 20 tonnes on the Revdanda–Salav Bridge, a crucial link on the Alibag–Rewas–Reddy coastal route, citing structural safety concerns.

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District Collector Kishan Jawale has issued an official notification stating that the restriction will remain in force until further orders to ensure public safety while strengthening work on the bridge is completed.

Bridge Under Structural Reinforcement

The Salav Bridge, located under the jurisdiction of Revdanda Police Station, has been identified as structurally sensitive. The Public Works Department (PWD) is currently carrying out reinforcement work, which has now reached its final phase.

To prevent additional stress on the structure and avoid any untoward incidents, the administration has prohibited the movement of heavy vehicles exceeding 20 tonnes across the bridge.

Earlier, vehicles above 12 tonnes were restricted. However, considering the ongoing repair work and structural condition, the permissible weight limit has now been revised to 20 tonnes.

Traffic Guidelines on the Bridge

Authorities have also issued the following safety instructions for vehicles permitted to use the bridge:

• Maximum speed limit: 30 km/h

• Minimum distance of 20 metres between two vehicles

• Ensure that no traffic congestion occurs on the bridge

Alternative Routes for Heavy Vehicles

Alibag to Murud

• Alibag – Poynad – Vadkhal – Nagothane – Kolad – Roha – Talekhar – Salav

• Alibag – Pezari Check Post – Nagothane – Kolad – Roha – Talekhar – Salav

• Alibag – Belkade – Vawe – Sudkoli – Roha – Talekhar – Salav

Murud to Alibag

• Salav – Talekhar – Roha – Kolad – Nagothane – Vadkhal – Poynad – Alibag

• Salav – Talekhar – Roha – Kolad – Nagothane – Pezari Check Post – Alibag

• Salav – Talekhar – Roha – Sudkoli – Vawe – Belkade – Alibag

Essential Services Exempted

The restriction will not apply to vehicles transporting essential commodities and emergency supplies, including:

• Milk

• Petrol and Diesel

• LPG Cylinders

• Medicines

• Medical Oxygen

• Vegetables

• Drinking Water

Administration Appeals for Cooperation

The district administration has appealed to transporters and motorists to use the designated diversion routes and strictly follow traffic regulations. Officials said the temporary restrictions are necessary to safeguard the bridge, prevent accidents, and ensure the successful completion of the strengthening work.

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