🌉 Chenab Railway Bridge – The Crown Jewel of Indian Railways

The Chenab Railway Bridge isn’t just a bridge—it’s a marvel of modern engineering that soars above the clouds and tells a story of ambition, resilience, and national pride. Inaugurated in 2024, this bridge is now the world’s highest railway arch bridge, stretching across the mighty Chenab River in Jammu & Kashmir.

📍Where is it Located?

The Chenab Bridge is part of the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project in the Reasi district of Jammu & Kashmir, India. It connects the Kashmir Valley to the rest of the Indian railway network.

Key Facts & Features:

Feature Details

Height Above River 359 meters (1,178 feet) — taller than the Eiffel Tower!

Length 1,315 meters (4,314 feet)

Bridge Type Arch bridge with steel and concrete

Engineering Marvel: 

*Built to withstand wind speeds up to 266 km/h
*Designed to resist earthquakes of Zone V magnitude
*Includes blast-proof features for security
*Constructed using 5,462 tonnes of steel