SIMANGGANG: Construction of the RM223.633 million Batang Lupar 2 Bridge is expected to be completed by June next year.
The bridge, once completed, will connect Sri Aman to Lidong in the Betong Division.
Officers from the Sarawak Implementation Monitoring Unit (SIMU) and various government agencies recently conducted a site visit to assess the bridge construction progress and address any implementation issues.
During the visit, the contractor, Naim Gamuda (NAGA) JV Sdn Bhd, provided a briefing on the project’s development.
The Batang Lupar 2 Bridge is expected to become a new landmark for Sri Aman.
With its height set to break records in the Guinness Book of Records as Malaysia’s tallest cable-stayed bridge, it is anticipated to become a major tourist attraction, offering breathtaking views of the Batang Lupar River.
Additionally, the bridge has the potential to be a prime location for visitors to witness the tidal bore phenomenon of the Batang Lupar River.
The project is also expected to enhance connectivity between surrounding areas and positively impact the local economy.
Also present during the visit was Sri Aman Resident Mahra Salleh and Sri Aman District Officer Sharif Bujang.
