Indian Railways Engineering Marvels: Chenab, Pamban and new underwater tunnel projects highlighted
Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted several engineering achievements of Indian Railways. These projects include the Chenab Bridge, Pamban Bridge, and the Anji Khad Bridge, which are now considered marvels of Bharat. The ministry is also focusing on new strategic connectivity projects to improve rail travel across the country.
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What are the key engineering marvels in Indian Railways?
India has successfully completed several difficult projects in challenging terrains. The Chenab Bridge is the world’s highest railway arch bridge, while the Anji Khad Bridge is India’s first cable-stayed railway bridge. Additionally, the Pamban Bridge serves as the country’s first vertical-lift railway sea bridge. These projects are part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link and other strategic routes.
What are the latest updates on underwater and tunnel projects?
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved a road-cum-rail twin-tube tunnel under the Brahmaputra River in Assam with a cost of ₹18,662 crore. Meanwhile, engineers achieved a breakthrough in the final rock section of the Zojila tunnel in the Himalayas. This tunnel will ensure all-weather access to the Ladakh region, which was previously difficult during winters.
What is the Reform Express initiative?
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced five new reforms under the Reform Express to improve efficiency. These include new container systems for salt and flexible wagons for automobiles. Passenger benefits include the ability to upgrade classes up to 30 minutes before departure and digital boarding station changes.
| Project Name | Specialty | Status/Date |
|---|---|---|
| Chenab Bridge | World’s highest railway arch bridge | Inaugurated June 6, 2025 |
| Anji Khad Bridge | First cable-stayed railway bridge | Opened June 6, 2025 |
| Pamban Bridge | First vertical-lift sea bridge | Inaugurated April 6, 2025 |
| Brahmaputra Tunnel | Underwater road-cum-rail tunnel | Approved June 8, 2026 |
| Zojila Tunnel | All-weather Ladakh access | Breakthrough June 10, 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Brahmaputra नदी के नीचे बनने वाले टनल की लागत कितनी है?
इस underwater road-cum-rail twin-tube tunnel प्रोजेक्ट की कुल लागत ₹18,662 करोड़ तय की गई है।
Reform Express के तहत यात्रियों को क्या फायदा होगा?
यात्री अब ट्रेन छूटने से 30 मिनट पहले तक अपनी क्लास अपग्रेड कर सकेंगे और डिजिटल तरीके से बोर्डिंग स्टेशन बदल सकेंगे।