Chenab bridge: World’s highest rail bridge hailed an ‘engineering marvel’

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the world’s highest rail bridge during his visit to Jammu today.

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The Chenab rail bridge spans 1,315 metres in length and will have stations at both ends.

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The steel and concrete arch bridge was announced as a national project in 2002. The construction faced several challenges due to inclement weather and difficult terrain.

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Northern Railway officials said the arch bridge was constructed at a cost of Rs 1,486 crore

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The Chenab rail bridge has been hailed an engineering marvel by the Railways.

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