India’s first cable-sted railway bridge, amazing example of engineering

A new attraction has now been added to the beautiful valleys of Jammu and Kashmir-Anji Khad Bridge, which is India’s first cable-set railway bridge. This bridge is not only a unique technical achievement, but will also make the Kashmir Valley’s visit even more exciting and memorable. When the train passes through this bridge, passengers will get to see amazing views of the valley from the height of 331 meters (about 92 storey building).

Anji Khad Bridge connects Katra and Reasi

The bridge is located between Katra and Reasi and is an important part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link (USBRL) project.

• This bridge is built on the Katra-Banihal railway section.
• Crossing the deep gorge of the Anji River, this bridge connects the valley to the rest of the country.
• Its Central Pelon, which is 193 meters higher than the ground, maintains the balance of the entire structure and was prepared in just 11 months.

Unmatched in technology and height

• The Fort Khad Bridge is the second highest railway bridge in India, Chenab Bridge in the first place.
• This bridge is connected to 96 cables, which weighs 849 metric tons.
• The total length of the bridge is 725 meters and its construction used 8,215 metric tons of steel.
• This bridge is a prestigious example of modern Indian engineering and construction skills.

Social and economic influence

• This bridge will work to connect remote villages and towns with cities.
• This will make easy access to health, education and other basic facilities.
• Due to better connectivity, local people will get new employment opportunities.
• Also, tourism and trade will also gain momentum, which will lead to overall development of the area.

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