The Chenab bridge project in J&K when completed, will not only be an engineering marvel, but will also be the tallest rail bridge in the world. Projects Info reports.
The construction of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Project is vital for acceleration of socio-economic development of Jammu & Kashmir.
The bridge is being constructed on the Chenab river on the upstream of Salal Dam situated near Kauri village. The railway line crosses the river at about 359 m above the bed level. The total length of the bridge is 1,315 m consisting of an arch span of 469 m across the Chenab. When completed, this will be the tallest rail bridge in the world.
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