Ram Jhula Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Nagpur, India
Ram Jhula Bridge is a cable-stayed structure in Nagpur spanning across railway tracks north of the junction station with two parallel supporting towers. The bridge accommodates three vehicular lanes and dedicated tracks for the Metro Blue Line service.
The original bridge was built by the British in 1927 and connected Old Nagpur and New Nagpur across the railway lines of the Great Indian Peninsular Railway. A modern version was later constructed to accommodate metro services alongside vehicular traffic.
The bridge links different neighborhoods and enables daily movement for commuters and residents crossing the city. It functions as a vital passage where people from separate areas come together regularly.
The bridge provides a safe crossing for pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles with clear signage marking different traffic routes. It works best to cross during off-peak hours to avoid heavy commuter traffic during rush times.
The bridge required a complex partnership between two government agencies to successfully integrate vehicular traffic and metro rails on the same structure. Such dual operating arrangements remain uncommon in how Nagpur manages its infrastructure.
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