Vikramshila Setu to Dhola-Sadiya Bridge: Top 5 longest bridges in India
India has some of the longest bridges in the world which help the country in enhancing connectivity, trade, and overall growth. Here, let's take a look at the top 5 longest bridges in India.
Dhola-Sadiya Bridge, Assam
The Dhola-Sadiya Bridge is officially called the Bhupen Hazarika Bridge. It is a beam bridge that connects the state of Assam with Arunachal Pradesh. It is the longest bridge in India with a distance of 9.15 km. The bridge is constructed over the Lohit River in Tinsukia, Assam.
Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar
Mahatma Gandhi Setu is a 5.75 km long bridge in Bihar. It is constructed over the Ganga River and connects the capital of Bihar, Patna to Hajipur.
Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Maharashtra
The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is an 8-lane wide bridge that connects Bandra to Worli in South Mumbai. The bridge is 5.6 km long.
Vikramshila Setu, Bihar
Vikramshila Setu is a 4.7 km long bridge. It is constructed over the Ganga River and connects Bhagalpur with Naugachia. The bridge is named after the ancient Mahavihara of Vikramashila.
Vembanad Rail Bridge, Kerala
Vembanad Rail Bridge is constructed over the Vembanad River and connects Edapally to Vallarpadam in Kochi. It is 4.62 km long and is India's second-longest railway bridge. First is the Bogibeel Bridge in Assam which has a length of 4.94 km.