Bridging horizons: Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Railway Bridge

TBS Report

11 February, 2024, 06:35 pm

Last modified: 12 February, 2024, 05:18 pm

TBS Report

11 February, 2024, 06:35 pm

Last modified: 12 February, 2024, 05:18 pm

The Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Railway Bridge is now almost visible. It is located about 300 metres upstream of the Jamuna highway bridge.

Photo: Saqlain Rizve

Spanning 4.8 kilometers, it is poised to become the country's largest dual gauge and double track railway bridge.

Photo: Saqlain Rizve

With over 70% of the construction already completed, the project is expected to conclude by this December.

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Photo: Saqlain Rizve

Once completed, trains will be able to run at a speed of 120km, and they will also be capable of accommodating both freight and passenger trains of any weight.

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