The breathtaking bridge in Jammu and Kashmir, the structure of the Anji-Khad Bridge is finally complete. Track-laying work is also to commence soon. It connects the Katra region to the Reasi region of the union territory. It is an asymmetrical bridge and is a part of the Udhampur-Baramulla rail link. Here are all the details that you should know about this particular bridge that will surely add to the charm and allure of Jammu and Kashmir.
Anji-Khad Bridge Structure Is Now Complete
Anji-Khad Bridge!
First cable-stayed bridge (193 m height) of Indian Railways. pic.twitter.com/hwcnl5lrq8
— Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) January 30, 2023
According to an article recently published by The Times Of India or the TOI, the structure of the bridge is complete. A source cited in the article stated that as of now, the lifting off of the stay cables with multi-jacks is in progress. This is being done in order to check the force in the cables. It is the first cable-stayed bridge in the Indian Railways.
Transformation of Rail Connectivity in J&K with Anji Khad Bridge to connect Katra with Reasi by Rail under #USBRL project, in Jammu Division of J&K under the visionary leadership of PM @narendramodi ji!
Progress:
✅ Ancillary Viaduct complete
✅ Central Embankment complete
✅… pic.twitter.com/WyQo8OuhlR— Advocate Ajay Nanda (@ajay_mlnanda) November 1, 2023
The Minister of Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, recently took to X (formerly known as Twitter) and shared a video of this marvellous bridge. In the post, he wrote that the height of the bridge is a total of 193 metres, which is how tall the main pylon of the bridge is. The Anji Khad Bridge is perched at a height of 331 metres and offers a breathtaking view of the Anji River.
After the currently ongoing work of cable force is done, the data, along with the geometric profile, will be submitted to the designer for review. Given the tricky terrain, the construction of the bridge was quite a challenge. However, it is finally nearing completion. Once done, it will serve as an important beacon of India’s architectural proficiency.
Also Read: With 96 Cables, India’s 1st Cable-Stayed Anji Khad Bridge Is Finally Completed In 11 Months!
Track Laying To Begin Soon At This Beautiful Bridge
Anji Khad Bridge: Final Track Installation On India’s First Cable-Stayed Rail Bridge To Begin In November. The Anji Khad bridge is a groundbreaking engineering marvel, being the first cable-stayed rail bridge in the country. @cbdhage @rsliveIndia @IndianTrainMan1 @Ash18537355 pic.twitter.com/gIm4RLFehs
— India’s Infrastructure (@INDIASPROG98425) October 30, 2023
The TOI article also stated that the work to lay tracks on the bridge will commence soon now that the structure is fully completed. This will also include the construction of ballast-retaining walls. As per reports, the track-laying work will be completed by the end of the year. Once finished, the bridge will be a part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link or the USBRL.
REASI: As Indian Railway is edging closer to connecting Kashmir Valley with the rest of the railway network, final touches are being given to the country’s first cable-stayed railway bridge at Anji Khad in Reasi district.#ProgressingJk #NashaMuktJk#VeeronKiBhoomi #BadltaJk pic.twitter.com/RJPRJNS3Pc
— Zoya Ali Khan (@ZoyaAliKh) October 31, 2023
The USBRL is quite important, strategically speaking. It will serve as a crucial railway link between the rest of the country and Jammu and Kashmir. The bridge stretches across 725 metres, which is its total length. The length of the ancillary viaduct is 120 metres and the main bridge is 473.25 metres. The bridge is supported by a total of 96 cables.
Because of the unique topographical and geographical features around the bridge, sensors will be installed in the structure to continuously monitor its structural health.
Also Read: Come May 2023, Jammu & Kashmir Will Be Connected By Sea Link-Inspired Cable Bridge At Anji Khad
Would you like to travel via this breathtakingly beautiful bridge? Let us know in the comments section below!
Cover Image Credits: @ZoyaAliKh/X (Formerly, Twitter)
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