Bridges to prosperity make a difference in Xizang

Gadre, a 61-year-old resident who participated in the construction of the original wooden bridge at the age of 24, vividly recalls the challenges faced by the community in the absence of quality infrastructure.

He recently reflected on the transformative impact of the bridges and commended the government's commitment to enhancing people's livelihoods and fostering progress. For him, the improved infrastructure not only ensures safe passage but symbolizes a brighter future for residents.

He remembered one summer when his family needed to cross the river, but the water had risen. He spent more than a month waiting for the right moment to cross.

"It was very dangerous without a bridge decades ago. People would hold onto horse tails to cross, and many were swept away by the ruthless river. I saw a monk being washed away," he said.

He said that over the past few decades, the government has been dedicated to improving livelihoods, and the quality of bridges has improved steadily.

"Now, local people can travel safely, and even large vehicles can cross the bridge without worries," he said.