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Saraighat Bridge (Old and New)
Nalbari, Assam, India
The Saraighat Bridge holds immense historical, engineering, and strategic significance in Assam. It is not just one bridge but actually two parallel bridges: the old rail-cum-road bridge and the newer road bridge. The Old Saraighat Bridge was the first rail-cum-road bridge over the mighty Brahmapu tra River in Assam. Its construction was a monumental engineering feat for its time. Inaugurated by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1962, it revolutionized connectivity in Northeast India, significantly boosting trade, commerce, and movement of people. Before this bridge, crossing the Brahmaputra involved time-consuming ferry services. The old bridge is a double-decker structure, with the railway line on the lower deck and the road on the upper deck. It played a crucial role in linking the isolated northern bank of Assam with the more developed southern bank and the rest of India, serving as a lifeline for the region. Its design and construction faced numerous challenges due to the Brahmaputra's strong currents and unpredictable nature. As traffic volume increased over the decades, the need for additional capacity became evident. This led to the construction of the New Saraighat Bridge (Naranarayan Setu), a dedicated four-lane road bridge, which was inaugurated in 2017. This newer bridge significantly eased traffic congestion and further improved connectivity. Both bridges offer spectacular panoramic views of the vast Brahmaputra River, especially during sunrise and sunset. The view of the river's sheer expanse, with its sandbars and occasional boats, is breathtaking. The bridges stand as a symbol of progress and connectivity in Assam, named after the historic Battle of Saraighat (1671 AD), where the Ahom forces, led by Lachit Borphukan, inflicted a decisive defeat on the Mughal army. While not a direct historical site of the battle, the bridges commemorate this pivotal moment in Assamese history.
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    How To Reach:
    By Road: Easily accessible from Guwahati city center by auto-rickshaw, taxi, or local bus. Many city buses cross the bridge.

    Nearest Railway Station: Amingaon (North Guwahati) or Guwahati Railway Station.

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