Lansdowne Bridge, Railroad bridge in Sukkur District, Pakistan
Lansdowne Bridge is a railroad bridge in Sukkur District, Pakistan, spanning 366 meters across the Indus River. A cantilever steel structure rises above the central piers, linking the cities of Sukkur and Rohri across the water.
The bridge opened on March 25, 1889, under the supervision of Lord Reay, with decorative gates designed by J.L. Kipling. Before its construction, steam ferries handled the river crossing between Lahore and Karachi, adding hours to the journey.
The name honors Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice, fifth Marquess of Lansdowne, who served as British Governor-General of India during its planning years. The steel lattice framework stands out against the sky and marks a clear transition between the river banks.
The crossing serves both railway and road traffic, reducing travel time between Pakistan's major cities. A visit is best experienced from the riverbanks in Sukkur or Rohri, where you can see the full span of the steel framework.
The 3,300-ton steel girders were manufactured in London and shipped by sea and rail to the construction site. Six workers lost their lives during the assembly of the trusses, which span the Indus several meters above the water.
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