World’s tallest railway bridge inaugurated this year in india

Mangalore Today News Network

New Delhi, April 6, 2024: Indian Railways is set to inaugurate the world’s tallest railway bridge across the river Chenab this year. 

The bridge, part of the Katra-Banihal section of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project, stands at a height of 35 meters above the river bed, surpassing the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

This engineering marvel in the Himalayan region comprises 93 deck sections, each weighing 85 tons, supported by giant steel arches on both sides. The main arch of the bridge, spanning 467 meters, is considered the longest of its kind. The construction of this arch was a challenging task, according to Indian Railways.

The inauguration is scheduled under the 100-day action plan of the new government, and train traffic is expected to commence through the bridge this year. The completion of this project will connect Jammu & Kashmir with the rest of India.