The new Pamban rail bridge, which links Ramanathapuram to Rameswaram Island, is scheduled to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 6, 2025, right in time for Ram Navami. This impressive bridge, built at a cost of ₹531 crore, is set to significantly improve connectivity and railway infrastructure in the area. During the inauguration, the Prime Minister will also launch a new train service between Tambaram and Rameswaram and speak at a public gathering.
Key Highlights
- Date of Inauguration: April 6, 2025 (Ram Navami).
- Location: New Pamban Rail Bridge, connecting Ramanathapuram and Rameswaram Island.
- Cost: ₹535 crore.
Prime Minister’s Schedule
- Inauguration of the new Pamban rail bridge.
- Flagging off a new train service between Tambaram and Rameswaram.
- Public address in Rameswaram.
Inspection & Safety
- Southern Railway General Manager R.N. Singh inspected the bridge on March 26, 2025. The test lifting of the central span was successfully conducted.
Old Pamban Rail Bridge
• Unfortunately, the bridge is in pretty bad shape and can’t be fully preserved.
• It will be taken apart, but some parts will be kept as heritage pieces.
• As for the Rameswaram Railway Station Redevelopment, it’s on track to wrap up by September 2025.
