Dhubri-Phulbari Bridge

Construction Progress: 59% of the 19.3 km Dhubri-Phulbari Bridge is complete. This indicates steady advancement towards project completion.

Strategic Importance: The 4-lane bridge connects Dhubri, Assam, and Phulbari, Meghalaya, on NH 127B. Its significance lies in improving connectivity between Northeast India and the rest of the country.

Length and Structure: With a total length of 19.3 km, the bridge features a 12.625 km navigation bridge and approach viaducts (3.5 km on the Dhubri side, 2.2 km on the Phulbari side), supported by 199 pillars. It’s poised to be the longest river bridge in India.

Reduced Travel Time: The bridge will drastically cut travel distance by over 200 km between Phulbari and Dhubri. This translates to faster and more efficient transportation for people and goods.

Project Details: Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is handling the civil construction for the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corp Ltd. (NHIDCL). Funding is provided by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

Cost: The project is estimated to cost Rs 3165.99 crore. This is a substantial investment demonstrating the commitment to improving infrastructure in the region.