Atal Setu Bridge: India’s Longest Sea Bridge

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The inauguration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the country’s longest sea bridge, the Atal Setu Bridge. The bridge reduces the travel time between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai by 20 minutes. Image credits: social media

With the convenience of Atal Setu

The connectivity between Mumbai International Airport and Navi Mumbai Airport will be improved. Transportation to Pune, Goa, and South India will become easier. Image credits: social media

The cost

The construction of Atal Setu incurred a cost of approximately Rs 18,000 crore. The vehicles can catch a speed of up to 100 kilometres per hour. Image credits: social media

Only for four-wheelers

Atal Setu prohibits the use of bikes, auto rickshaws, and tractors. The construction utilized 177,903 metric tons of steel and 504,253 metric tons of cement. Image credits: social media

Monsoon challenges

To address the challenges posed by heavy rainfall during the monsoon, special light bulbs have been installed for easy commute. Image credits: social media

The labour

A total of 5403 labourers and engineers worked day and night to make it a success. Unfortunately, seven workers lost their lives during the construction period. Image credits: social media

Atal Setu has been built at a significant height above sea level.

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Toll amount

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde recently set the toll amount to Rs 250 for vehicles crossing the bridge. Image credits: X

Atal Setu bridge is a crucial element in India’s development.

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