Manipur: NFR Completes Girder Launching on World’s Tallest Railway Pier Bridge at Noney

IMPHAL- In a landmark achievement, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has successfully completed the girder launching on Bridge No. 164—popularly known as the Noney Bridge—which holds the distinction of being the world’s tallest railway pier bridge.

Situated in Noney, Manipur, the bridge stands at a staggering height of 141 meters, and is a pivotal component of the ambitious 111-km Jiribam–Imphal Railway line project.

The final girder span was launched recently, completing all eight spans of this engineering marvel. The bridge features an advanced steel span configuration: 1×71.5m + 5x106m + 1×71.5m + 1x30m, ensuring high structural integrity across the region’s rugged terrain and deep valleys.

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What sets this bridge apart is its record-breaking piers (P3 and P4)—each measuring 141 meters, making them the tallest bridge piers globally.

The bridge was designed to withstand extreme geological and climatic conditions, a challenge met through a combination of meticulous planning, innovative construction techniques, and unwavering dedication from the NFR engineering team.

A Leap Toward Enhanced Regional Connectivity

The Jiribam–Imphal railway line is a game-changer for the northeastern region, enhancing access and promoting economic development. The Jiribam–Khongsang (55.36 km) section was commissioned in September 2022, and currently supports freight movement carrying essential goods.

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The remaining sections—Khongsang–Noney (18.25 km) and Noney–Imphal (37.02 km)—are slated for completion in the coming years. Once fully operational, the railway line will provide seamless connectivity to Imphal, significantly reducing travel time and boosting economic integration of Manipur with the rest of the country.

This milestone marks not just a feat of engineering but a symbol of India’s infrastructural advancement in some of its most remote and challenging terrains.