the reconstruction of the bridge that was damaged on 7 November 2023 following torrential rains at Chaline s…
(No. B/1233) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the reconstruction of the bridge that was damaged on 7 November 2023 following torrential rains at Chaline street, in Souillac, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to where matters.
Reply: I am informed that, during the torrential rain event of November 2024, the bridge at Chaline Street was damaged.
146 The Land Drainage Authority had, on 22 November 2023 conveyed its approval to the District Council of Savanne to reconstruct the bridge at Chaline Street, Souillac and also upgrade existing surrounding drainage network as an emergency project. Following a competitive bidding exercise among 5 potential bidders, the contract was awarded to Super Builder Co. Ltd on 13 January 2024. The reconstruction works commenced on 14 January 2024 and were expected to be completed by 10 May 2024. However, to date, the reconstruction of the bridge has not yet started due to an encroachment by a private garage within the bridge alignment. A case has been lodged by the Council for the demolition of the said garage. The case was called on 20 November 2025 at the District Court of Savanne. However, due to the absence of representatives from the Land Drainage Authority, the case has been postponed to 28 May 2026. Meanwhile, the contractor has suggested undertaking underpinning works pending the outcome of the case, and this proposal is still under consideration. As the case is still ongoing, the completion date cannot be determined. TAXI OPERATORS WELFARE FUND – CONTRIBUTIONS – SUM DISBURSED – BENEFICIARIES