Bangabandhu Rail Bridge becomes visible

The most of the construction works of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Rail Bridge, one of the mega projects of the country, on the Jamuna river have been completed.

Most of the portion of the 4.8 kilometers long Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Rail Bridge is now visible. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is expected to inaugurate the mega project in December this year.

A total of 49 pillars out of 50 pillars of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Rail Bridge have been completed. 

According to sources, there will be a revolutionary change in the communication and transport system of the country with North Bengal. In addition to increasing internal rail connectivity, Bangladesh will be able to connect with the Trans-Asian Railway.

At present, 38 trains can run through the Bangabandhu Bridge, 68 trains will be able to run daily after the opening of the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Railway Bridge. 

Trains can run at a maximum speed of 250 kilometers per hour on this dual gauge bridge.