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Aunta-Simaria

Aunta-Simaria
(Ganga Bridge with
Approach Roads)

Project Description:

Six-Laning from Aunta-Simaria section of NH-31 in Bihar, including construction of one of the widest extradosed bridge on Ganga River

Client:

NHAI

Type:

HAM

Length:

8.15 km

Completion Cost:

Rs. 1,447.7 crore

Status:

Project under execution

Project Facts

01.

The unique project between Aunta in Patna district and Simaria in Begusarai district will significantly enhance connectivity between the two districts, in addition to creating the shortest route to travel from Patna to Northeastern parts of India.

02.

Demonstrating engineering excellence, Welspun Enterprises is building Asia's second widest extradosed cable-stayed bridge as part of the project, with segments spanning up to 230 metres.

03.

Special construction products such as silica fume have been utilized to develop high performance concrete for the project to enhance durability of structures.

04.

The project involves erection of a first-of-its-kind Railway Under Bridge with Push Box Technology, in addition to several types of superstructures, including use of precast structures and girders.