Cabinet approves 6-lane, 4-line rail bridge over Ganga in Varanasi
The Union Cabinet approved a new rail-cum-road bridge across the Ganga in Varanasi, replacing the 137-year-old Malviya Bridge. With a six-lane highway and four railway lines, the ₹2,642 crore project aims to ease congestion, enhance connectivity, and support regional growth, aligning with PM-Gati Shakti's vision for multi-modal development.