World's Highest Railway Bridge — Chenab Bridge Inaugurated
On 6th June 2025, India marked a historic moment in transportation with the official inauguration of the Chenab Rail Bridge in Jammu & Kashmir — the world’s highest railway bridge, standing at an astonishing height of 359 meters (1,178 ft) above the Chenab River, surpassing even the Eiffel Tower!
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the bridge, calling it a "symbol of Atmanirbhar Bharat and engineering excellence".
Vande Bharat Express between Katra and Srinagar Flagged Off
In another boost to connectivity, Vande Bharat Express from Katra to Srinagar was flagged off the same day. The route is expected to significantly reduce travel time and bring Kashmir closer to the rest of India with high-speed, smooth and safe rail connectivity.
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| Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express |
Route Highlights
- 🏞️ Travel through Himalayan tunnels & bridges
- 🌉 Cross the Chenab River on the record-breaking arch
- 🚄 Fast & silent Vande Bharat journey in 6 hours
- 👮♂️ Enhanced security with AI-based surveillance
Chenab Bridge — Engineering Marvel of the Century
Key Facts:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Height above river | 359 meters (Higher than Eiffel Tower) |
| Total length | 1.3 kilometers |
| Cost of construction | ₹1,400 crore approx |
| Built by | Konkan Railway Corp & Afcons Infra |
| Location | Reasi district, Jammu & Kashmir |
This bridge is part of the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Railway Link (USBRL), a mega project of Indian Railways to connect the Kashmir Valley to the Indian rail network.
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| Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Railway Link (USBRL) |
Why It Matters – For India & the World
- 🏗️ Global Engineering Feat – Uses blast-proof steel, earthquake-resistant piers, and withstands wind speeds up to 260 km/h.
- 🧳 Tourism & Pilgrimage Boost – Will attract devotees to Vaishno Devi and tourists to Kashmir.
- 🪖 Strategic Importance – Enhances troop and equipment movement for defense.
Conclusion
The Chenab Bridge and Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express are not just infrastructure projects — they’re a symbol of New India’s confidence, capability, and commitment to inclusive development and connectivity.
This is truly a golden era for Indian Railways.
World's Highest Railway Bridge
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