Aunta-Simaria Bridge

Aunta-Simaria Bridge
Six Lane Cable Bridge
Coordinates25°22′20″N 86°00′02″E / 25.3722°N 86.0006°E / 25.3722; 86.0006
CarriesNational Highway 31 (India)
CrossesGanges
LocaleBarauni, Mokama
Official nameBarauni-Mokama Six Lane Ganga Bridge
Characteristics
DesignCable bridge
Total length8,000 metres (26,000 ft)
History
Engineering design bySP Singla Building Private Limited Company
Statistics
Daily trafficSix Lane Road Bridge
Location
Interactive map of Aunta-Simaria Bridge

The Aunta-Simaria Bridge, also known as the Barauni–Mokama Six Lane Ganga Bridge, is a major infrastructure project in Begusarai and Patna districts in Bihar, India, that is designed to improve connectivity and reduce travel time between North and South Bihar. The bridge opened on 22 August 2025.[1]

Description

The bridge is expected to reduce travel time and distance between North and South Bihar, including areas like Darbhanga, Samastipur, Saharsa, Patna and Buxar. It uses a cable-stayed system to support its weight. It has six lanes (three lanes in each direction) as well as wide footpaths on either side, for pedestrians, cyclists, and two-wheelers.

Construction

Construction has faced delays, including those due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rising water levels.

References

  1. ^ "PM, CM hand in hand as Aunta-Simaria bridge opens". Times of India. 22 August 2025. Retrieved 22 August 2025.

25°22′20″N 86°00′02″E / 25.3722°N 86.0006°E / 25.3722; 86.0006

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