Decking of 140-year-old Sonahat Bridge in Bhurungamari, Kurigram collapses, traffic suspended

On Wednesday morning, July 1, 2026, the metal deck of the 140-year-old, expired Sonahat Bridge in Bhurungamari, Kurigram, collapsed under the weight of a sand-laden truck. The incident has halted all heavy vehicle traffic and caused significant congestion, disrupting operations at the Sonahat Land Port.