Overview

• The New Pamban Bridge, spanning 2.08 kilometers, features a 72.5-meter vertical lift span that rises 17 meters to allow ships to pass, ensuring uninterrupted train operations.
• Constructed at a cost of over ₹550 crore by Rail Vikas Nigam Limited, the bridge is designed to last 100 years with minimal maintenance, incorporating advanced anti-corrosion technology.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the bridge on April 6, 2025, marking a milestone in India's infrastructure development and enhancing connectivity for trade, tourism, and pilgrimage.
• The bridge replaces the original Pamban Bridge, built in 1914, which was decommissioned in 2022 due to safety concerns, and supports train speeds of up to 80 kmph.
• The inaugural train service, Rameswaram-Tambaram Express, successfully crossed the bridge, symbolizing the union of modern engineering with the cultural heritage of Rameswaram.