New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate the historic Kosi Rail Mahasetu (mega bridge) to the nation through video-conference on Friday. The dedication of the Kosi Rail Mahasetu is a watershed moment in the history of Bihar and the entire region connecting to the North East.
The Kosi Rail Mahasetu is 1.9 KM long and its construction cost is 516 Crore rupees. The project was completed during the COVID-pandemic where the migrant labour also participated. The dedication of this project will fulfill the 86 year old dream.
Apart from this, the Prime Minister will also inaugurate 12 rail projects related to passenger facilities for the benefit of the Bihar. These include a new railway bridge on the Kiul River, two new railway lines, five electrification projects, one electric locomotive shed and 3rd line project between Barh-Bakhtiyarpur.
