Key Highlights
- Located in Jammu and Kashmir, India.
- Stands 359 metres tall, higher than the Eiffel Tower.
- Spans 1,315 metres across the Chenab River.
- Completes the first phase of the Jammu‑Baramulla railway, linking Kashmir to the national network.
- Construction cost approximated at $14.86 billion with a designed lifespan of 120 years.
Detailed Insights
Engineering Excellence. The bridge adopts a single‑arch design that allows high load capacity while maintaining structural integrity over the rugged terrain of the Himalayas.
Construction Timeline. The arch structure was finished in 2021, followed by the completion of track laying and electrification work in late 2022.
Strategic Significance. By spanning the Chenab River at a depth of 359 metres, the bridge offers an all‑weather, all‑time rail corridor, reducing travel time between Srinagar and Jammu to less than a day.
Lifecycle & Maintenance. The bridge is engineered to last 120 years, employing high‑grade steel and corrosion‑resistant coatings suitable for the high‑altitude climatic conditions.