Officials of the Block Development Office in Thalavadi taluk on Thursday inspected the damaged bridge in Old Hasanur hamlet of Hasanur panchayat to explore restoration measures.The inspection followed a report published in The Hindu on August 6, titled Old Hasanur residents seek all-weather road, bridge restoration in Erode district. The report highlighted the difficulties faced by residents after the small bridge across a seasonal stream was extensively damaged.Led by the Block Development Officer, the team inspected the bridge, assessed the damage and held discussions with villagers. Officials told residents that a proposal would be submitted to the district administration seeking sanction for restoration works.Villagers reiterated their demand for the early restoration of the bridge, saying it is the only access to the hamlet, located about 2 km from National Highway 948 (Dindigul–Mysuru Road). They also wanted a tar-topped road to be laid to their hamlet. Published - August 07, 2026 09:19 pm IST