Delhi\'s Signature Bridge to be open for public use on November 4

Delhi's Signature Bridge to be open for public use on November 4

The project was announced in 2004, although a number of delays and budget modifications led to the project being delayed several times

ANI  |  New Delhi 

New Delhi: Engineers inspect the infrastructure of the iconic Signature Bridge over the Yamuna River ahead of its inauguration on Friday, November 2, 2018. Photo: PTI
New Delhi: Engineers inspect the infrastructure of the iconic Signature Bridge over the Yamuna River ahead of its inauguration on Friday, November 2, 2018. Photo: PTI

Delhi's long-awaited will open for the public on November 4. The project aims to reduce travel time and traffic congestion between the north-eastern and northern parts of the capital.

The bridge, built over the Yamuna River, will be the first asymmetrical cable-stayed bridge in India.

The bridge also includes a glass-steel observation deck at the top of the bride, although it will not be available for public use for at least another three months, according to media reports. The deck offers a panoramic view of the city.

The project was announced in 2004, although a number of delays and budget modifications led to the project being delayed several times.

The 575-metre bride will be inaugurated by on November 4, following which, it will be open for public use.

First Published: Sat, November 03 2018. 06:25 IST