Inspired by a 2,500-year-old Persian technique, pontoon bridges are serving as a vital link between the Sangam and the 4,000-hectare 'akhada' areas, connecting 25 vibrant sectors at the Maha Kumbh ...

Inspired by an ancient Persian engineering technique, pontoon bridges are at the heart of this year’s Maha Kumbh, connecting the Sangam and the expansive 4,000-hectare 'akhada' area across 25 vibrant ...

The pontoon bridges interconnecting the tent city at Mahakumbh-2025 in Prayagraj (Anil Kumar Maurya/HT) Inspired by a 2,500-year-old ... bridge opened to traffic in October 1874, connecting Howrah ...

Of all the sightseeing attractions, one of the most significant sightseeing spot is the Howrah Bridge that is a cantilever bridge. It is one of a kind and is also the sixth largest bridge in the ...

replacing the old Chandmari Bridge near Howrah Station. Designed with an orthotropic steel plate deck, the bridge will improve train and road traffic flow, accommodating more rail tracks and four ...

Howrah Bridge is a historic icon that represents the ... This marble palace is a hidden gem that sparkles with old-world charm. This 19th-century mansion, built by a wealthy Bengali merchant ...

The iconic Howrah Bridge will light up with a new sound and light show on January 11. The light and sound show is a project of Kolkata Port Trust (KoPT) as part of its 150th anniversary celebrations.

In India, the first pipa bridge was built in October 1874 over the Hooghly river between Howrah and Kolkata. Designed by British engineer Sir Bradford Leslie, the bridge was supported by wooden ...