PM Modi to Launch Pamban Bridge on Ram Navami

On April 6, PM Modi will visit Ramanathswamy Temple in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, for Ram Navami prayers. He will also inaugurate the new Pamban Bridge during his visit. This bridge replaces the old 1914-built structure, which was shut down in 2022 due to corrosion issues.

In November 2024, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw called it “India’s first vertical lift railway sea bridge” on X. He stated the 1914-built Pamban Rail Bridge connected the mainland to Rameswaram for 105 years before decommissioning in December 2022. Its closure due to corrosion led to the construction of the New Pamban Bridge, enhancing connectivity. The bridge spans 2.5 km and was built by Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) at a cost of ₹535 crore.

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Mr. Vaishnaw posted on X that the New Pamban Bridge supports faster trains and heavier traffic, symbolizing progress and connectivity. On Wednesday, President Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi extended greetings on Bangladesh’s National Day.

President Droupadi Murmu conveyed greetings to Bangladesh’s President, extending warm wishes on behalf of India for Bangladesh’s National Day.

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President Murmu highlighted India-Bangladesh ties in trade, connectivity, energy, and culture, emphasizing Bangladesh’s importance in India’s regional policies.

PM Modi congratulated Bangladesh on its National Day, recalling shared history and the Liberation War’s significance in strengthening bilateral relations. He reaffirmed India’s commitment to deepening cooperation for peace, stability, and prosperity, respecting mutual interests and concerns. Bangladesh National Day, celebrated on March 26, marks its 1971 independence from Pakistan.