The first rail underbridge (RUB) in Prayagraj city is being constructed in a unique manner, resembling a bridge over the Ganga River. The Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has started the construction work. The launch of girders is in progress at Bridge No. 120 in Sohbatiyabagh with the help of a...
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large crane. Some girders have already been launched on one side of the RUB. The RVNL is now awaiting road traffic block for launching girders for the remaining section. If the traffic police grants a block, the construction of the 150-foot long RUB is expected to be completed in about three weeks. The RVNL is constructing this bridge differently from other RUBs, using a design similar to bridges built over rivers. This design, known as 'Open Web Girder' in railway terminology, is being implemented for the first time in Prayagraj city on the Sohbatiyabagh RUB, mirroring the bridge over the Ganga River connecting Daraganj and Jhunsi. The Barehna RUB will also be built in the same style.