Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to go to Ramanathswamy Temple in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, on April 6 on the pious event of Ram Navmi. He may also inaugurate the brand new Pamban Bridge on the event.
The new Pamban Bridge is set to switch the outdated 1914-built bridge, which was closed in 2022 resulting from corrosion points.
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, in November 2024, posted on X about “India`s first vertical lift railway sea bridge.”
1/ 🚆India’s first vertical carry railway sea bridge!
The New Pamban Bridge connects the Indian mainland to Rameswaram Island, Tamil Nadu. This state-of-the-art venture is a big improve, designed for velocity, security and innovation. pic.twitter.com/HVBafCM1Ne— Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) November 29, 2024
“Built in 1914, the old Pamban Rail Bridge connected the mainland to Rameswaram for 105 years. Decommissioned in Dec 2022 due to corrosion, it paved the way for the modern New Pamban Bridge, marking a new era of connectivity!” he mentioned.
2/ ⏳A journey by means of time
🚄Built in 1914, the outdated Pamban Rail Bridge related the mainland to Rameswaram for 105 years.
Decommissioned in Dec 2022 resulting from corrosion, it paved the best way for the trendy New Pamban Bridge, marking a brand new period of connectivity! pic.twitter.com/zL1kCOj9jH— Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) November 29, 2024
The bridge stretches over 2.5 km and is constructed at a value of Rs 535 crore by Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL).
“It`s designed to handle faster trains and increased traffic. The New Pamban Bridge is not just functional – it`s a symbol of progress, connecting people and places with modern engineering,” Vaishnaw posted on X.
Earlier on Wednesday, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed their greetings on the event of Bangladesh`s National Day.
President Droupadi Murmu`s message to Mohammed Shahabuddin, President of Bangladesh, acknowledged, “On behalf of the government, the people of India and on my own behalf, I extend warm greetings and felicitations to Your Excellency and to the friendly people of Bangladesh on the occasion of your National Day.”
“India-Bangladesh relations are multi-faceted, with our cooperation encompassing diverse areas such as trade, multimodal connectivity, development partnership, power and energy, education, capacity building, cultural cooperation and people-to-people exchanges. Bangladesh is at the focus of India`s “Neighbourhood First” and “Act East” policies, our SAGAR doctrine and the Indo-Pacific Vision. India reiterates its support for a democratic, stable, inclusive, peaceful and progressive Bangladesh,” President Murmu mentioned.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi`s message to Chief Adviser of Bangladesh Muhammad Yunus acknowledged, “I extend my felicitations to you and the people of Bangladesh on the occasion of the National Day of Bangladesh.”
“This day stands as a testament to our shared history and sacrifices, which have laid the foundation of our bilateral partnership. The spirit of the Liberation War of Bangladesh continues to remain a guiding light for our relationship, which has flourished across multiple domains, bringing tangible benefits to our peoples,” PM Modi mentioned.
Bangladesh National Day, celebrated on March 26, marks the nation`s declaration of independence from Pakistan in 1971. (ANI)
(With ANI inputs)
