New Nizamuddin Bridge, Major bridge in East Delhi, India
The New Nizamuddin Bridge connects East Delhi to South Delhi by spanning the Yamuna River and is also known as the Indo-Japanese Friendship Bridge. The structure carries eight traffic lanes along a motorway and includes bicycle paths on both sides for non-motorized traffic.
Construction started in the mid-1990s and took approximately two years to complete, backed by Japanese development assistance. This project marked a turning point in connecting different parts of the city through modern infrastructure.
The bridge embodies a partnership between two countries in infrastructure development, visible in how engineers from both nations shaped its design. Those crossing it often discover this collaborative history through the official name and signage along the structure.
The bridge handles heavy traffic flow with dedicated lanes for different vehicle types and is easily accessible from both sides of the city. Walking and cycling are possible thanks to the separate pathways provided for non-motorized users.
The bridge uses a prestressed concrete design that allows it to span long distances without intermediate supports, a technique that was quite advanced for Delhi infrastructure at the time. Few people realize how this engineering approach made the river crossing possible with fewer obstacles.
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