Indian Railways conducted a successful trial run on 20 June 2024 across the newly constructed Chenab Rail Bridge.
Chenab Rail Bridge Height: The bridge stands at 359 meters (1,178 feet) above the Chenab River, making it the world’s highest railway bridge.
Bridge Length and Significance: The Chenab Rail Bridge is 1,315 meters long and is a vital part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, aimed at connecting the Kashmir Valley with India’s national railway network. Officials expect the entire USBRL project to be completed by the end of this year.
Q: How high is the Chenab Rail Bridge above the Chenab River?
A) 250 meters
B) 300 meters
C) 359 meters
D) 400 meters
Ans : C) 359 meters
Chenab Rail Bridge stands at 359 meters (1,178 feet) above the Chenab River, making it the world’s highest railway bridge.
