About Godavari Road-cum-Rail Bridge
The Godavari Road-cum-Rail Bridge is a truss bridge across the Godavari River connecting Kovvur on the west bank with Rajahmundry on the east bank in Andhra Pradesh. Commissioned in 1974, it carries a road deck above a single railway line. At 2.74 km long, it was Asia's second longest road-cum-rail bridge at completion and remains a vital transport link and landmark.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a long steel truss bridge spanning the wide Godavari River with separate levels for road traffic on top and rail below. The setting offers expansive river views, views of two adjacent railway bridges including the historic Havelock Bridge and the Godavari Arch Bridge, and busy road and train movement. Access is primarily by driving or riding across; there is no dedicated pedestrian walkway for leisurely strolling.
Key highlights
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2.74 km long steel truss road-cum-rail bridge across the Godavari River
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Connects Kovvur and Rajahmundry, linking East and West Godavari regions
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Panoramic views of the Godavari River and three parallel bridges
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Engineering landmark commissioned in 1974 replacing the 1900 Havelock Bridge
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Popular vantage point for photography, especially at sunset
History of Godavari Road-cum-Rail Bridge
The bridge was constructed between 1964 and 1974 by Braithwaite, Burn and Jessop Construction Company to replace the aging Havelock Bridge built in 1900. It was inaugurated in August 1974 by then President of India Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed. At the time of completion it was the second longest road-cum-rail bridge in Asia, providing a crucial road and rail link across the Godavari.
Culture & Context
The bridge is a major landmark and lifeline for the Godavari delta region, connecting the cultural centres of Rajahmundry and Kovvur. It is an important engineering heritage structure and a recognizable symbol of Rajahmundry, frequently featured in local tourism promotion for its river views.
Route
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