Dismantling is expected to start soon and parallel to this, the Hancock bridge will be opened for road traffic. The report cited officials saying rail disruption was not expected in the earlier stages, but later, one did expect blocks as major work started.

Most heartening though is the statement by a Central Railway Chief Public Relations Officer who said the railways would see if the old  plaques could be embedded into the new bridge design, or brought into the new heritage galleries.

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This shows sensitivity and an appreciation for our heritage. We at times see infra or even carvings, pieces of stone, antiques lying in garbage and debris when repairs or renovations are undertaken. There is little understanding, leave alone effort to preserve these, or simply keep them safe as part of our city’s rich history. We want sensitisation from every department and initiatives to protect these. Let us start changing the narrative that we neglect, vandalise or simply demolish treasures, to people who realise, recognise and restore them if needed. Our past is inextricably woven into our present and future, it is to be cherished.