Chenab Railway Bridge : PM To Inaugurate
Prime Minister of India will inaugurate the Chenab Railway Bridge marking the completion of the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) Project.
- It is now officially the tallest railway bridge in the world, symbolizing engineering excellence and strategic connectivity.
- Chenab Railway Bridge is a steel-arch railway bridge built over the Chenab River in Jammu & Kashmir.
- Recognized as the tallest railway bridge globally with a height of 359 meters—35 meters taller than the Eiffel Tower.
- Situated between Bakkal and Kauri villages in Reasi district, Jammu & Kashmir.
- Forms a critical part of the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project.
- Connects Katra to Sangaldan, enabling rail access to Srinagar.
- Total Length: 1,315 meters (530 m approach + 785 m main arch).
