Record-setting Chenab Bridge opens tomorrow, Omar Abdullah shares stunning pics
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday visited the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway arch bridge, to oversee the final preparations, a day before it is inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Chenab Rail Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: X/@OmarAbdullah)
advertisementAbdullah shared pictures and videos of the Chenab Bridge and Anji Bridge, which is India's first cable-stayed rail bridge, capturing the engineering marvels against the backdrop of breathtaking views.
Chenab Rail Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: X/@OmarAbdullah)
With the opening of the two bridges in Reasi district constructed as part of the ambitious Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), Kashmir will get all-weather rail connectivity with Jammu and the rest of the country.
"Visited the tallest railway bridge in the world, The Chenab Bridge, to review arrangements for the visit of PM @narendramodi ji tomorrow. Tomorrow is a landmark day for J&K when, finally, the valley will be connected to the rest of the country by a railway link to be inaugurated at the hands of the PM," Omar Abdullah tweeted.advertisementThe Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister also shared visuals of the Anji Bridge seen from a helicopter.
The Anji Rail Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: X/@OmarAbdullah)
"One video of the cable-stayed Anji Bridge on the same rail link seen from the chopper," Abdullah said. ABOUT CHENAB AND ANJI BRIDGESThe Chenab Rail Bridge, situated at a height of 359 metres above the river, is the world's highest railway arch bridge. It is a 1,315-metre-long steel arch bridge engineered to withstand seismic and wind conditions. A key impact of the bridge will be in enhancing connectivity between Jammu and Srinagar. When a Vande Bharat train moves on the bridge, it will take just about three hours to travel between Katra and Srinagar, reducing existing travel time by two to three hours.Designed to endure harsh terrain and extreme weather, the bridge can withstand wind speeds of up to 260 kmph and is built to last 120 years. With a project cost of Rs 1,486 crore, it is not just a bridge, but a symbol of India's technical prowess.advertisementThe Anji Bridge is India's first cable-stayed rail bridge that will serve the nation in a challenging terrain. It also forms part of the USBRL project, valued at approximately Rs 43,780 crore. PM MODI TO INAUGURATE USBRL PROJECT ON FRIDAYThe 272-km-long USBRL project, worth around Rs 43,780 crore, includes 36 tunnels (spanning 119 km) and 943 bridges. The project establishes all-weather, seamless rail connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and the rest of the country, aiming to transform regional mobility and drive socio-economic integration.Under the project, PM Modi will inaugurate the Chenab Bridge and visit the bridge deck around 11 am on Friday. Thereafter, he will visit and inaugurate the Anji Bridge. He will also flag off two Vande Bharat Express trains from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Srinagar and back around 12 pm.Thereafter, he will lay the foundation stone, inaugurate and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 46,000 crore at Katra.PM MODI TO LAY FOUNDATION STONE, FLAG OFF OTHER PROJECTSIn a major boost to last-mile connectivity, especially in border areas, PM Modi will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate various road projects. He will lay the foundation stone of a road widening project from Rafiabad to Kupwara on National Highway 701 and the construction of Shopian bypass road on NH-444 worth over Rs 1,952 crore.advertisementHe will also inaugurate two flyover projects at Sangrama Junction on National Highway 1 in Srinagar and at Bemina Junction on National Highway 44. These projects are expected to ease traffic congestion and enhance traffic flow for commuters.PM Modi will also lay the foundation stone of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence in Katra worth over Rs 350 crore. It will be the first medical college in Reasi district, contributing substantially to the healthcare infrastructure in the region.(with inputs from PTI)Must Watch
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