After a month and half of staying closed following inundation, the iconic hanging bridge on Kaptai Lake, known as a “symbol of Rangamati”, has opened to tourists and visitors.
The local administration withdrew the ban on tourist movement on the bridge on Friday after the water receded.
Several lakh tourists from across the country and abroad come to Rangamati every year and the hanging bridge is a must-see attraction.
During monsoon, the district administration restricts the movement of tourists on Kaptai Lake hanging bridge due to inundation every year.
On September 3, the local administration suspended movement on the bridge in Rangamati as it went under water following a rise in water level in the lake due to heavy rain.
Alok Bikash Chakma, manager of Rangamati Tourism Corporation, said that the authorities concerned have repaired the bridge and opened it to tourists after one month and 16 days.
He also demanded a permanent solution to the issue so that tourists can enjoy the bridge view round the year.
The hanging bridge of Rangamati is the main attraction among the tourists who come here. This vibrant multi-coloured suspension bridge creates a strong connection between two isolated mountains. The vibrations created while crossing the bridge give the visitors a different perspective. People can enjoy the scenic beauty of Kaptai Lake while crossing the bridge. However, even after 38 years, the motels and the bridge have not been renovated. The old worn-out swings and rides for children have remained the same.