The much-awaited world’s highest railway bridge has got its inaugural date. As per information shared by Union MoS(Ind. Charge)Science & Technology, Jitendra Singh, “In just 12 days from now, on April 19, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the world’s highest railway bridge — the iconic Chenab Bridge.”
He also mentioned, “An engineering marvel, a proud symbol of New India!” Jitendra Singh shared the video along with the information on his X handle.
Countdown begins…
— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) April 7, 2025
In just 12 days from now, on April 19, 2025, PM Sh @narendramodi will inaugurate the world’s highest railway bridge — the iconic #Chenab Bridge!
An engineering marvel, a proud symbol of New India! #JammuAndKashmir pic.twitter.com/MDcwgQwABD
About The Iconic- Chenab Bridge
The work of the Iconic Chenab Bridge was approved in 2003. Indian Railways studied seismic activity in the area and redesigned the bridge and its arches to withstand extremes of 266 km/h wind speeds because the zone shows high seismic activity. Besides the intricate engineering difficulties, engineers worked to make the structure resistant to blasts, as reported by BBC. The bridge possesses blast resistance capabilities because it can withstand an explosion of 40 kg TNT without interrupting train services. However, according to Afcons, movements would become slower.
This bridge will be the highest railway bridge, stretching 13,115 meters and 359 meters tall. The Chenab Bridge is made for a lifespan of 120 years. It has cleared various tests including high-velocity winds, earthquakes, extreme temperatures, and hydrological impacts.
PM Inaugaurauted Vertical Lift Sea Bridge
On Sunday, April 6, Prime Minister Narendra inaugurated the Pamban Bridge. This is India’s first verticle lift sea bridge. PM Modi flagged off the Rameswaram-Tambaram new service train.
