Overview

• The New Pamban Bridge spans 2.08 kilometers and features a 72.5-meter vertical lift span that rises 17 meters to facilitate maritime navigation.
• Designed to last 100 years, the bridge supports train speeds up to 80 kmph and can accommodate dual rail tracks in the future.
• Constructed at a cost of over ₹550 crore by Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), the bridge incorporates advanced engineering to withstand harsh marine and seismic conditions.
• It replaces the original 1914 Pamban Bridge, decommissioned in December 2022, addressing safety and capacity concerns while preserving the region's cultural significance.
• The bridge is expected to boost regional connectivity, enhance economic activity, and improve access to pilgrimage and tourist destinations in Tamil Nadu.