Chenab Suspension Bridge at Ramban Records Water Levels Below Danger Mark
The iconic Chenab Suspension Bridge, a significant engineering marvel in the picturesque region of Ramban, Jammu & Kashmir, continues to stand strong as water levels of the Chenab River remain well below the danger level. The assurance comes from the district administration Ramban as a sigh of relief for locals and authorities alike, who had been closely monitoring the bridge’s stability amid the ongoing monsoon season.
#StayAwayFromRiverbanks
— Deputy Commissioner, Ramban (@dcramban) July 21, 2023
Chenab Gauge Reading.
Reading at 8.00 am: 21.20 metres.
Danger Point Reference: 23.27 metres. @diprjk @OfficeOfLGJandK @DrJitendraSingh @Rameshkumarias @infjammu @DailyExcelsior1 @mussarat_zia pic.twitter.com/E80ovFcwKd
The Chenab Suspension Bridge, also known as the Chenab Bridge, is one of the world’s highest rail bridges, spanning across the majestic Chenab River at an awe-inspiring height. The bridge, a part of the ambitious Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project, holds strategic importance for the region’s connectivity and symbolizes engineering prowess.
However, according to the latest reports from the local authorities and bridge management team, the water levels of the Chenab River have remained well below the danger mark, ensuring the structural integrity of the suspension bridge remains intact.
Keeping in the interest of public safety, the district administration of Ramban has urged both locals and tourists to refrain from venturing near river shores. The advisory comes as a precautionary measure to prevent potential accidents and ensure the well-being of individuals during the ongoing monsoon season.