PM Modi inaugurates India's longest sea bridge

Friday, 12 January 2024 17:50

By ARN News Staff

India's longest sea bridge, the 22-km-long 'Atal Setu', which links Mumbai's island with the mainland, was inaugurated on Friday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The $2.2 billion bridge, under construction since 2016, will cut travel time between central Mumbai and the rapidly developing areas of Navi Mumbai to 20 minutes from two hours.

The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, also known as Atal Setu, which goes over the Arabian Sea, is one of the most challenging infrastructure projects that the country has undertaken.

This engineering feat, which utilises advanced Japanese technology, features a 16.5 km marine section and a 5.5 km elevated road on land.

Mumbai's lifeline is elevated by India's Longest Sea Bridge!
Behold the incredible view of Atal Setu connecting dreams and destinations inaugurated by Hon. PM Shri Narendra Modi ji.@narendramodi #Maharashtra #Mumbai #MTHL #NarendraModi #MumbaiGetsAtalSetu pic.twitter.com/FfkfpIAsyb
— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) January 12, 2024

Delighted to inaugurate Atal Setu, a significant step forward in enhancing the ‘Ease of Living’ for our citizens. This bridge promises to reduce travel time and boost connectivity, making daily commutes smoother. pic.twitter.com/B77PSiGhMK
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 12, 2024

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