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PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate the world's highest railway bridge, the Chenab Bridge, on April 19, 2025. The bridge in Jammu and Kashmir is 13,115 meters long and 359 meters tall. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the world’s highest railway bridge, the Chenab Bridge, in just 12 days from now, on April 19, Minister of State Jitendra Singh announced on Monday.
In a post on X, Singh said, “ Countdown begins...
In just 12 days from now, on April 19, 2025, PM Sh Narendra Modi will inaugurate the world’s highest railway bridge — the iconic Chenab Bridge!" The Chenab Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir is poised to become the world’s highest railway bridge, stretching 13,115 meters and standing 359 meters tall. As a key component of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail project, its completion in 2022 marks a significant milestone in improving regional connectivity. Engineered to withstand winds up to 260 kmph and designed for a lifespan of 120 years, the Chenab Bridge has passed mandatory tests including high-velocity winds, extreme temperatures, earthquakes, and hydrological impacts.
Sustainability measures are implemented, aligning with global standards and incorporating eco-friendly construction practices. Earlier on Sunday PM Modi inaugurated New Pamban Bridge – India’s first vertical lift sea bridge and flagged off the Rameswaram-Tambaram (Chennai) new train service, on the occasion of Ram Navami. According to a PIB release, standing tall with a breathtaking view, the state-of-the-art New Pamban Bridge connects Rameswaram to the mainland.
With an investment exceeding ₹550 crore, the bridge spans 2.08 kilometers, featuring 99 spans and a 72.5-meter vertical lift span.
This lift can rise up to 17 meters, allowing larger ships to pass through while maintaining smooth train operations..
