Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated several projects in Jammu and Kashmir on February 20, 2024, including the Chenab Bridge, the world’s highest single-arch railway bridge. This landmark achievement marks the successful culmination of what has been hailed as one of India’s most significant civil engineering endeavors in recent history.
Approved in 2003 and contracted in 2008, the construction of the single-arch bridge over the River Chenab in Jammu and Kashmir faced concerns regarding its safety and stability. However, after undergoing rigorous testing, the bridge has now become a testament to India’s engineering prowess.
