Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the New Pamban Bridge, India’s first vertical lift sea bridge, in Tamil Nadu on Ram Navami, April 6, 2025.
1. New Pamban Bridge Features:
India’s First Vertical Lift Sea Bridge, spanning https://www.iasjnana.com/2.078 kilometers across the Palk Strait.
Connects Rameswaram Island to the mainland.
Features a 72.5-meter vertical lift span, rising 17 meters to allow the passage of ships.
Constructed at a cost of ₹550 crore and designed for a 100-year lifespan.
Will facilitate smooth railway operations while accommodating maritime traffichttps://www.iasjnana.com/.
Tourism and Economic Impact:
The new bridge is expected to boost tourism in Rameswaram, a popular pilgrimage destination.
Strengthens Tamil Nadu’s economy by improving transport efficiency and connectivityhttps://www.iasjnana.com/.
