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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), now named 'Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewari-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu,' on January 12, 2024. Spanning 21.8 km, it is India's longest sea bridge and the 12th longest globally. The ₹17,840 crore project symbolizes a landmark in infrastructure development, enhancing connectivity and economic growth.    #MumbaiTranslink #AtalSetu #PMModi #Maharashtra #MTHL #AtalSetubridge #NHAI #Mumbainews #Oneindia #Oneindianews                  ~ED.102~

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00:00 As PM Narendra Modi embarks on his Maharashtra tour, today he is expected to inaugurate the

00:18 Mumbai Trans Harbour Link MTHL for the Mumbai citizens.

00:23 This landmark bridge, also known as the Atal Setu, claims the title of India's longest

00:27 bridge and ranks 12th globally.

00:30 Anticipating the inauguration, PM Modi has expressed his excitement about connecting

00:34 the people of Maharashtra and participating in the National Youth Festival.

00:39 Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has also highlighted the economic development

00:43 potential associated with the MTHL.

00:46 The Atal Setu will be officially inaugurated by PM Modi at 3.30 pm in Mumbai.

00:51 It spans an impressive 21.8 km in length, featuring six-lane structure and approximately

00:57 16.5 km over the sea and just 5.5 km on land.

01:03 The magnitude of this engineering marvel is emphasised by comparisons.

01:07 The steel used surpasses that of the Eiffel Tower by 17 times, while the structural steel

01:12 exceeds four times that of Howrah Bridge.

01:15 The concrete employed in construction dwarfs that of the Statue of Liberty by six times.

01:21 The project boasts around a cost of Rs 17,840 crore, signifies a significant milestone in

01:28 India's infrastructure development, promising enhanced connectivity and economic growth.

01:34 The Maharashtra government has greenlit a toll proposal too for the MTHL with a one-way

01:39 toll of Rs 250 for cars.

01:41 Notably, the toll charge aligned with existing rules reflecting the strategic decision by

01:46 Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's cabinet.

01:49 As PM Modi prepares to inaugurate this engineering marvel, Maharashtra anticipates the positive

01:54 impact of economic prospects and regional growth associated with the Mumbai-Trans Harbour

01:59 link.

02:00 The symbolic naming, named after the Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a revered figure in Indian

02:04 politics, a former Prime Minister, adds significance to this infrastructure achievement, positioning

02:09 India on the global stage of monumental sea bridges.

02:13 Also, the inauguration ceremony aligns with key events such as the Jayanti of Jija Mata

02:18 and Swami Vivekananda, showcasing the holistic approach towards cultural and developmental

02:23 priorities.

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