Where there is a will there’s a railway! At a place where constructing roads looked difficult due to topographical and geographical conditions, today, we have the highest railway bridge in the world in that same place. It is the Chenab Rail Bridge located in the alluring serenity of Jammu. From its towering height to the innovative infrastructure and construction process, everything about the architectural wonder is awe-inspiring.
Here’s A CT Exclusive Look At Jammu’s Chenab Rail Bridge
Curly Tales Editor-In-Chief Kamiya Jani shared fascinating glimpses of the world-renowned Chenab Rail Bridge. Known as the world’s highest railway bridge, it is indeed a proud moment that it has been built in our own country, India. The mountains, rocks, geographical, and topographical conditions on the 111 km stretch from Katra to Banihal between Jammu and Kashmir were such that there was a lack of efficient connecting roads.
Getting swift railway facilities was also a much-awaited dream. Well, with the advancement of technology and impressive infrastructural developments, the impossible has become possible with the establishment of the iconic Chenab Rail Bridge in Jammu. The commitment, impressive ideas, and hard work of Indian engineers made the seed of an idea into a full-blown reality. Now, India is home to this magnificent bridge which surely represents the country globally, marking prosperity and growth.
Standing high at a humongous altitude of 359 metres above the Chenab River, this 1.3 km long bridge represents our nation’s immense commitment to growth, progress, innovation, and splendid development in several sectors. Chenab Rail Bridge is indeed a fascinating symbol of the future of rail travel in the country.
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Here’s All About The Artichetural Brilliance:
- Jammu’s Chenab Rail Bridge has been constructed in an arch shape.
- Every side of the arch foundation is about 1/4th the size of a football ground.
- The bridge is higher than some of the world’s most iconic architectural wonders such as Qutab Minar, the Statue of Unity, and the Eiffel Tower.
- Also, the construction process used 30,000 metric tons of steel.
- From an earthquake to a wind speed of 260 km/h to a temperature of -40°C, it can withstand harsh weather conditions.
Are you excited to witness the wonders of the Chenab Rail Bridge?
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