Hanoi to build ten pedestrian bridges

Hanoi plans to build ten more pedestrian bridges in crowded streets in the inner city in an attempt to reduce traffic congestion and ensure safety.

Seven steel structure frame pedestrian bridges will be built along the routes of Nguyen Trai in Thanh Xuan district, Lang in Dong Da district and Nguyen Van Cu in Long Bien district. Traffic is held up with long tailbacks in these streets, especially during rush hours.

The remaining three pedestrian bridges will be built across To Lich River.

The city’s People’s Committee has approved projects to build four pedestrian bridges. Of that, one is at the T-junction of Trieu Khuc Road in Thanh Xuan district and three in Nguyen Van Cu street in Long Bien district.

The four bridges will be assembled with a steel structure with surface drainage system. The construction is scheduled to finish next year.

In reply to the municipal Department of Planning and Investment’s requirement on evaluating the construction of three pedestrian bridges across To Lich River and three bridges along Lang street, the Department of Transport said the construction was necessary and urgent.

There is a high density of agencies, schools and vehicles in Lang street. The demand of moving across Lang Road to the sidewalk section of To Lich River as well as the need for walking across the river has been increased.

Three bridges include To Lich 1 bridge, which locates between the Cot and 361 bridges, To Lich 2 bridge locating between 361 and Trung Hoa bridges, and To Lich 3 bridge locating between Trung Hoa and Hoa Muc bridges. Each bridge has an estimated length of 40 metres.

The pedestrian bridges along Lang road includes Bridge No1 locating near 1174 Lang road with a length of 43m, Bridge No2 near 778 Lang road with a length 33m, and Bridge No3 near Lang Ha market with a length of 41m.

According to the department Lang road connects three big districts including Thanh Xuan, Dong Da and Cau Giay, and plays an important route in connecting Noi Bai International Airport.

It has a high density of vehicles, posing risks for pedestrians as the bus stops are far from existing bridges.

The construction of the bridges is urgent to ensure safety and convenience for pedestrians.

VNA

Other News

Vietnam steps up implementation of ethnic affairs strategy through 2030

Vietnam steps up implementation of ethnic affairs strategy through 2030

To accelerate the implementation of the the Ethnic Affairs Strategy by 2030, with a vision toward 2045, the Prime Minister requested ministries, agencies and local authorities to continue thoroughly carrying out the Party and State’s policies on ethnic affairs, enhancing the effectiveness of State management and strengthening oversight of policy implementation.

Security preparations reviewed for APEC 2027 in Phu Quoc

Security preparations reviewed for APEC 2027 in Phu Quoc

The team examined the APEC 2027 Convention Centre, where main conference activities are scheduled; Sun Serenia Hospital, designated to provide healthcare and emergency medical services for delegates; provincial road DT.975, which connects Phu Quoc International Airport to the convention centre; and the area surrounding Phu Quoc International Airport.

Hanoi accelerates seven Red River bridge projects, many exceed 70% completion

Hanoi accelerates seven Red River bridge projects, many exceed 70% completion

According to the municipal Transport Construction Investment Project Management Board, the city is simultaneously implementing seven projects, namely Tu Lien, Ngoc Hoi, Tran Hung Dao, Thuong Cat, Van Phuc, Hong Ha and Me So bridges. Construction is being carried out on multiple fronts, focusing on bored piles, pile caps, piers and superstructure works.

Dien Bien battlefield legacy powers tourism revival

Dien Bien battlefield legacy powers tourism revival

Seventy-two years after the Dien Bien Phu Victory, its legacy still reverberates. The unity, self-reliance, and resilience forged in that historic triumph remain a powerful internal engine, now propelling Dien Bien toward fast and sustainable development.

Hanoi accelerates shift to green buses, targets 100% by 2030

Hanoi accelerates shift to green buses, targets 100% by 2030

In the 2027–2030 period, the city will accelerate the transition towards the complete phase-out of fossil fuel-powered buses. The share of electric and green energy-fueled buses is projected to reach 79–89% by 2029 and 100% by 2030.

36 fishermen safely rescued after boat breaks down near Truong Sa

36 fishermen safely rescued after boat breaks down near Truong Sa

At 8:00 the same day, KN475 began towing the disabled fishing boat toward Da Tay A island. The towing operation was carried out safely, and by 18:30 both the vessel and its crew had arrived at the island without incident, where repairs and additional support procedures were arranged.

Vietnamese language contest in Laos strengthens youth ties, bilateral friendship

Vietnamese language contest in Laos strengthens youth ties, bilateral friendship

Held in response to the launch of the Vietnamese Language Day among overseas Vietnamese communities, the event aimed to enhance the quality of Vietnamese language teaching and learning in Laos while contributing to the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion between the two countries.

Vietnamese language contest in Laos strengthens youth ties, bilateral friendship

Vietnamese language contest in Laos strengthens youth ties, bilateral friendship

Held in response to the launch of the Vietnamese Language Day among overseas Vietnamese communities, the event aimed to enhance the quality of Vietnamese language teaching and learning in Laos while contributing to the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion between the two countries.

Hanoi launches 10 electric bus routes from April 1

Hanoi launches 10 electric bus routes from April 1

By the end of April, the number of buses using electricity and other green energy sources in the city is expected to reach 822, including 683 electric buses and 139 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses, representing 42.1% of the total number of vehicles.