Chennai, April 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, inaugurated the New Pamban Railway Bridge at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu슬롯사이트™s Ramanathapuram district, marking a significant milestone in India슬롯사이트™s infrastructure development. The Prime Minister operated the vertical lift span of the bridge using a remote device, allowing a Coast Guard ship to pass beneath. The newly inaugurated structure is the country슬롯사이트™s first vertical lift railway sea bridge, showcasing a major leap in indigenous engineering.

PM Modi also flagged off a new train service between Rameswaram and Tambaram in Chennai, further enhancing regional connectivity and facilitating smoother travel for commuters and pilgrims.슬롯 머신 사이트 추천New Pamban Bridge Inauguration: PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates Country슬롯사이트™s First Vertical Lift Sea Bridge, Flags Off Rameswaram-Tambaram Train (See Pics and Video).

PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates New Pamban Bridge in Tamil Nadu

PM Narendra Modi Flags Off Rameswaram슬롯사이트“Tambaram Train

Although Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin was absent from the function due to prior engagements in the Nilgiris, the event saw the presence of several prominent leaders and officials. These included Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, state Minister Thangam Thennarasu, and BJP leaders K. Annamalai, Sudhakar Reddy, H. Raja, and Nainar Nagenthiran, along with Ramanathapuram District Collector Simranjeet Singh Kahlon.

Taking to social media platform X, the Prime Minister shared a spiritual moment from his journey, saying: 슬롯사이트œOn the way back from Sri Lanka a short while ago, was blessed to have a Darshan of the Ram Setu. And, as a divine coincidence, it happened at the same time as the Surya Tilak was taking place in Ayodhya. Blessed to have the Darshan of both. Prabhu Shri Ram is a uniting force for all of us. May His blessings always remain upon us.슬롯사이트�슬롯 머신 사이트 추천'Prabhu Shri Ram Is a Uniting Force for All of Us': PM Narendra Modi Says He Was Blessed To Have Darshan of Ram Setu While Ram Lalla's Surya Tilak Was Taking Place in Ayodhya (Watch Video).

The 2.08-kilometre-long bridge, built for Rs 550 crore, features 99 spans and a 72.5-metre vertical lift section capable of rising to 17 metres. Designed with provisions for dual rail tracks, the bridge is equipped to meet future transportation demands.

The most striking aspect of the bridge is its vertical lift span, weighing 660 metric tons. This lift system was developed entirely with Indian technology and allows large vessels to pass beneath without interrupting rail operations. This engineering feat is expected to transform connectivity to Rameswaram, a major pilgrimage destination, making travel more convenient for thousands of devotees and tourists each year.

Preparations for the Prime Minister슬롯사이트™s visit had been in full swing for weeks, including a thorough inspection of key sites in Rameswaram and Pamban. Critical infrastructure and logistics were reviewed at important locations, such as the Ramanathaswamy Temple premises, the Mandapam camp helipad, Kunthukal, the Mandapam railway station, and the Pamban road bridge. A comprehensive security review involving top officials from the railways, law enforcement, and intelligence agencies was also conducted to ensure the smooth execution of the inauguration.

In a statement issued on April 5, Indian Railways said, 슬롯사이트œBridging the past, lifting the new, Pamban stands tall with a breathtaking view. This Ram Navami, witness the unveiling of India슬롯사이트™s first vertical lift railway sea bridge.슬롯사이트�

The bridge not only connects Rameswaram to the mainland but also stands as a shining example of Indian innovation and excellence on the global stage.

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