Chenab river link: Besides engineering challenges, world's highest rail bridge overcame legal hurdles too

Chenab river link: Besides engineering challenges, world's highest rail bridge overcame legal hurdles too

The construction of the world's highest cable-supported single-arch bridge on the Chenab River faced significant hurdles, including a series of Public Interest Litigations (PILs) filed in courts since 2008-09. These PILs challenged the project's alignment, cost, and methodology, causing delays.

Meet Dr Madhavi Latha, the IISc professor who dedicated 17 years for the Chenab Bridge

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chenab Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir. It is the world's highest bridge. Dr. G Madhavi Latha, an IISc professor, contributed significantly to the project. She worked as a geotechnical consultant for 17 years. Her team overcame challenges related to terrain and geology. The bridge is a part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link.