India's Historic Railway Bridges: Rare Photos Reveal Engineering Marvels
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News18•02-01-2026, 15:35
India's Historic Railway Bridges: Rare Photos Reveal Engineering Marvels
- •Rare black-and-white photos showcase India's historic railway bridges, many being engineering marvels from the past.
- •The Dufferin Bridge (now Malviya Bridge) in Varanasi, completed 1887, is a unique double-decker structure over the Ganga River.
- •The Ramganga Bridge in Moradabad (1872-73) and the Bhor Ghat Arch Bridge in Maharashtra (operational since 1863) are other significant historical railway structures.
- •Delhi's Old Yamuna Bridge, built in 1867, was an 804-meter iron bridge connecting Old Delhi to Shahdara, exceeding its intended lifespan.
- •These British-era bridges highlight India's rich railway heritage, with some still in use and others retired.
Why It Matters: Rare photos unveil India's historic railway bridges, showcasing their enduring engineering legacy.
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