You might have heard about longest bridge “Atal Setu” in India. But do you know when it was
created how it was created and when did government propose idea of this interesting
and longest bridge in India? For more such details do check out given below article about
Atal setu.
What is Atal Setu?
Atal Setu is the longest sea bridge in the country. Narendra Modi had inaugurated the
21.8 km long Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu sea link on Friday. Apart
from being the longest bridge of India, Atal Setu is also the longest sea bridge in the
country. Atul Setu has been constructed at a total cost of Rs 17,480 crore. This six-lane
bridge is 21.8 km long and has a 16.5 km long sea-link.
Which route is connected by Atal Setu?
Atal Setu connects Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. Actually, the 21.8 kilometer long Atal Setu
connects Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. This Atal Setu was inaugurated by PM Modi, after
which it was opened to the public.
This Atal Setu was inaugurated by PM Modi, after which it was opened to the public.
Where was Atal Setu inaugurated?
PM Modi inaugurated Atal Setu in Mumbai on January 12. Located in Navi Mumbai, it is
the longest sea bridge in India. However, since the inauguration of Atal Setu, some
videos are going viral on social media.
What is happening on Atal Setu?
People are angry over the construction of picnic spots just a day after inauguration. This
Atal Bridge was inaugurated by PM Modi, after which it was opened for the public. Only
a day has passed since the inauguration, but there is no stoppage on Atal Setu. People
have made it a tourist destination.
When did the government propose an idea for the construction of Atal Setu?
The government proposed an idea of Construction of Atal Setu in 2014. Construction of
Atal Setu started in 2016.
Reason for Atal Setu?
The sole reason for construction of Atal Setu is to reduce timing between connected
cities. The Mumbai road network is about 5-6 percent dense. Currently it takes about 2
hours to reach its destination. But in future it will take about 16 minutes for its journey
from Mumbai to Navi Mumbai.
Cost for construction of Atal Setu?
The cost of construction of Atal Setu is about 18,000 crore. Atal setu is made by
collaborating with Japan. Japan is a very good friend of India and very supportive in new
ideas. About 12-15% cost increased because of COVID. Atal setu was made by
collaborating with Japan and MMRDA (Mumbai metropolitan region department
authority).
Labour used for construction of Atal Setu?
Mostly labour of UP (Uttar Pradesh) and Bihar was used in the construction of Atal Setu.
About 75,000, labours completed construction of Atal Setu.
New technology used for Atal Setu?
As we all know India follows the idea of Toll plaza. But the toll plaza is not very
successful as it creates a long queue of cars and trucks and other vehicles. But for Atal
Setu a new technique is used which is inspired by Singapore. This technique is known as
the Open Road Trolling system in this technique The scanning process will be followed
instead of a long queue of vehicles.
Frequently asked questions about Atal Setu?
1.Cost for construction of Atal Setu?
The cost of construction of Atal Setu is about 18,000 crore. About 12-15% cost increased
because of COVID.
2.Reason for construction of Atal Setu?
The sole reason for construction of Atal Setu is to reduce timing between connected
cities. The Mumbai road network is about 5-6 percent dense. Currently it takes about 2
hours to reach its destination. But in future it will take about 16 minutes for its journey
from Mumbai to Navi Mumbai.
3.Which route is connected by Atal Setu?
Atal Setu connects Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. The 21.8 kilometer long Atal Setu connects
Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.
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