{"id":35886,"date":"2025-07-21T12:55:05","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T07:25:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35886"},"modified":"2025-07-21T12:55:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T07:25:08","slug":"indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/","title":{"rendered":"India\u2019s Second-Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge: Sigandur Bridge Opens in Karnataka\u2019s Shivamogga"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Indias_Second-Longest_Cable-Stayed_Bridge_the_Sigandur_Bridge_in_Karnatakas_Shivamogga_opens_to_ease_travel_across_Sharavathi_backwaters_Know_key_facts_historical_context_and_exam-relevant_details\" >India\u2019s Second-Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge, the Sigandur Bridge in Karnataka\u2019s Shivamogga, opens to ease travel across Sharavathi backwaters. Know key facts, historical context, and exam-relevant details.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Indias_Second%E2%80%91Longest_Cable%E2%80%91Stayed_Bridge_Opens_in_Shivamogga_Karnataka\" >India\u2019s Second\u2011Longest Cable\u2011Stayed Bridge Opens in Shivamogga, Karnataka<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Iconic_Infrastructure_Unveiled\" >Iconic Infrastructure Unveiled<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Engineering_Marvel\" >Engineering Marvel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Cost_and_Timeline\" >Cost and Timeline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Connectivity_Boost\" >Connectivity Boost<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Political_Undercurrents\" >Political Undercurrents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Socioeconomic_Impacts\" >Socioeconomic Impacts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Enhances_Infrastructure_and_Connectivity\" >Enhances Infrastructure and Connectivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Engineering_Milestone\" >Engineering Milestone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Supports_Exam-Relevant_Themes\" >Supports Exam-Relevant Themes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Political_Dynamics\" >Political Dynamics<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Linganmakki_Dam_and_Lost_Connectivity_1960s\" >Linganmakki Dam and Lost Connectivity (1960s)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Persistent_Regional_Demand\" >Persistent Regional Demand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Technical_Evolution\" >Technical Evolution<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Sigandur_Bridge\" >Key Takeaways from Sigandur Bridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#1_What_is_the_name_of_the_newly_inaugurated_cable-stayed_bridge_in_Karnataka\" >1. What is the name of the newly inaugurated cable-stayed bridge in Karnataka?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#2_What_type_of_bridge_design_has_been_used_in_the_Sigandur_Bridge\" >2. What type of bridge design has been used in the Sigandur Bridge?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#3_What_is_the_total_length_of_the_Sigandur_Bridge\" >3. What is the total length of the Sigandur Bridge?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#4_Who_inaugurated_the_Sigandur_Bridge_and_when\" >4. Who inaugurated the Sigandur Bridge and when?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#5_What_problem_does_the_Sigandur_Bridge_solve_for_local_residents\" >5. What problem does the Sigandur Bridge solve for local residents?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#6_What_was_the_cost_of_constructing_the_Sigandur_Bridge\" >6. What was the cost of constructing the Sigandur Bridge?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#7_Which_two_locations_does_the_bridge_connect\" >7. Which two locations does the bridge connect?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#8_Why_did_Karnatakas_CM_and_ministers_boycott_the_inauguration\" >8. Why did Karnataka\u2019s CM and ministers boycott the inauguration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#9_How_many_cables_and_segments_were_used_in_the_construction\" >9. How many cables and segments were used in the construction?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#10_How_is_this_development_relevant_to_competitive_exams\" >10. How is this development relevant to competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/indias-second-longest-cable-stayed-bridge\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Second-Longest_Cable-Stayed_Bridge_the_Sigandur_Bridge_in_Karnatakas_Shivamogga_opens_to_ease_travel_across_Sharavathi_backwaters_Know_key_facts_historical_context_and_exam-relevant_details\"><\/span>India\u2019s Second-Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge, the Sigandur Bridge in Karnataka\u2019s Shivamogga, opens to ease travel across Sharavathi backwaters. Know key facts, historical context, and exam-relevant details.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Second%E2%80%91Longest_Cable%E2%80%91Stayed_Bridge_Opens_in_Shivamogga_Karnataka\"><\/span>India\u2019s Second\u2011Longest Cable\u2011Stayed Bridge Opens in Shivamogga, Karnataka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Iconic_Infrastructure_Unveiled\"><\/span>Iconic Infrastructure Unveiled<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On <strong>July 14\u201316, 2025<\/strong>, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the <strong>Sigandur Bridge<\/strong>, India\u2019s second-longest cable-stayed bridge, spanning <strong>2.25\u20132.44\u202fkm<\/strong> across the <strong>Sharavathi backwaters<\/strong> near Sagara in Shivamogga district, Karnataka. Built at a cost of approximately <strong>\u20b9472\u2013\u20b9473\u202fcrore<\/strong>, this extradosed balanced-cantilever structure connects <strong>Ambaragodlu<\/strong> and <strong>Kalasavalli<\/strong>, significantly enhancing regional road infrastructure <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engineering_Marvel\"><\/span>Engineering Marvel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This landmark bridge is Karnataka\u2019s first of its kind featuring an <strong>extradosed balanced-cantilever design<\/strong>. It includes four cable-stayed pylons supporting <strong>740\u202fm<\/strong> of the structure, dual carriageways, and footpaths. With 604 box-girder segments, 96 cables, and a 16\u202fm deck width, it represents a significant engineering accomplishment <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_and_Timeline\"><\/span>Cost and Timeline<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Initiated in <strong>December 2019<\/strong>, the project faced delays but was completed by mid-2025. The total investment stands at around \u20b9472\u2013\u20b9473\u202fcrore, covering construction and allied infrastructure. Initial load testing in late June confirmed structural resilience, with only minimal deflection under a 100-tonne load <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connectivity_Boost\"><\/span>Connectivity Boost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Previously, travelers relied on daytime-only barges to cross the Sharavathi River, often facing long waits. The new bridge now cuts <strong>travel time by approximately 2 hours<\/strong>, vastly improving accessibility to the <strong>Chowdeshwari Temple<\/strong> in Sigandur and adjacent villages <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Political_Undercurrents\"><\/span>Political Undercurrents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inauguration became a focal point of political contention: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and his cabinet skipped the ceremony after alleging <strong>last-minute invitations<\/strong>, possibly reflecting central\u2013state protocol friction. MP BY Raghavendra defended the scheduling, citing practical urgency due to rising water levels <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Socioeconomic_Impacts\"><\/span>Socioeconomic Impacts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enhanced connectivity is expected to <strong>boost tourism<\/strong>, particularly pilgrim visits, and promote economic growth in the Malnad region. KSRTC plans to introduce additional bus routes, significantly improving public transport access for locals <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"India\u2019s-Second-Longest-Cable-Stayed-Bridge\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.moneycontrol.com\/static-mcnews\/2025\/07\/20250715042037_Karnataka-bridge.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=770&amp;height=431\" alt=\"India\u2019s Second-Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge\" title=\"India\u2019s Second-Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India\u2019s Second-Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhances_Infrastructure_and_Connectivity\"><\/span>Enhances Infrastructure and Connectivity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sigandur Bridge addresses a long-standing regional need caused by the Sharavathi reservoir&#8217;s creation in the 1960s. By replacing unreliable barges with a modern bridge, it restores vital road connectivity to Sigandur and surrounding villages, benefiting commuters, pilgrims, and local businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engineering_Milestone\"><\/span>Engineering Milestone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This project marks Karnataka\u2019s first extradosed balanced-cantilever cable-stayed bridge, showcasing advanced engineering techniques and adding momentum to India\u2019s infrastructure ambitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supports_Exam-Relevant_Themes\"><\/span>Supports Exam-Relevant Themes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For aspirants of UPSC, PCS, Banking, Defence, and other government exams, this project underscores key syllabus topics such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Public Infrastructure Development<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Engineering and Technology in Public Works<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Centre\u2013State Relations and Protocol<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Regional Economic Upliftment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Political_Dynamics\"><\/span>Political Dynamics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event highlights federal\u2013state protocol tensions, exemplifying how infrastructure projects are often interwoven with political narratives\u2014an important perspective for GS, Indian Polity, and Governance segments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Linganmakki_Dam_and_Lost_Connectivity_1960s\"><\/span>Linganmakki Dam and Lost Connectivity (1960s)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The submergence caused by the Linganmakki Dam in the Sharavathi River basin severed road access to Sigandur in the 1960s. The region has since depended on barges and ferries, leading to recurrent delays and at least one tragic incident causing 21 deaths <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Persistent_Regional_Demand\"><\/span>Persistent Regional Demand<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For decades, local leaders\u2014including BS Yediyurappa, BY Raghavendra, and other activists\u2014advocated for permanent connectivity to improve accessibility to religious sites and essential services <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technical_Evolution\"><\/span>Technical Evolution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The project was sanctioned by MoRTH in March 2019, with execution by Dilip Buildcon starting in December that year. Initial load tests in June 2025 confirmed structural reliability, paving the way for safe inauguration <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Sigandur_Bridge\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from Sigandur Bridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India\u2019s second-longest cable-stayed bridge (2.25\u20132.44\u202fkm) inaugurated in Shivamogga, Karnataka.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Built with an extradosed balanced-cantilever design\u2014first of its kind in Karnataka.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Project cost ~\u20b9472\u2013\u20b9473\u202fcrore; load tests confirmed structural safety.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Significantly reduces travel time (~2 hours); ends dependence on barges.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Politically controversial inauguration highlighted centre\u2013state protocol tensions.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India\u2019s Second-Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_name_of_the_newly_inaugurated_cable-stayed_bridge_in_Karnataka\"><\/span>1. What is the name of the newly inaugurated cable-stayed bridge in Karnataka?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bridge is named the <strong>Sigandur Bridge<\/strong>, and it is India\u2019s <strong>second-longest cable-stayed bridge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_type_of_bridge_design_has_been_used_in_the_Sigandur_Bridge\"><\/span>2. What type of bridge design has been used in the Sigandur Bridge?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sigandur Bridge features an <strong>extradosed balanced-cantilever cable-stayed design<\/strong>, a first in Karnataka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_total_length_of_the_Sigandur_Bridge\"><\/span>3. What is the total length of the Sigandur Bridge?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bridge spans approximately <strong>2.25 to 2.44 km<\/strong> in length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Who_inaugurated_the_Sigandur_Bridge_and_when\"><\/span>4. Who inaugurated the Sigandur Bridge and when?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Union Minister <strong>Nitin Gadkari<\/strong> inaugurated the bridge in <strong>July 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_problem_does_the_Sigandur_Bridge_solve_for_local_residents\"><\/span>5. What problem does the Sigandur Bridge solve for local residents?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It <strong>eliminates dependence on daytime-only barge services<\/strong> to cross the Sharavathi backwaters and <strong>reduces travel time by around 2 hours<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_was_the_cost_of_constructing_the_Sigandur_Bridge\"><\/span>6. What was the cost of constructing the Sigandur Bridge?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bridge was constructed at an estimated cost of <strong>\u20b9472\u2013\u20b9473 crore<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Which_two_locations_does_the_bridge_connect\"><\/span>7. Which two locations does the bridge connect?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bridge connects <strong>Ambaragodlu<\/strong> and <strong>Kalasavalli<\/strong> in <strong>Shivamogga district<\/strong>, Karnataka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Why_did_Karnatakas_CM_and_ministers_boycott_the_inauguration\"><\/span>8. Why did Karnataka\u2019s CM and ministers boycott the inauguration?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They alleged receiving <strong>last-minute invitations<\/strong>, reflecting a <strong>protocol dispute<\/strong> between the state and central governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_many_cables_and_segments_were_used_in_the_construction\"><\/span>9. How many cables and segments were used in the construction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bridge features <strong>96 cables<\/strong> and <strong>604 box girder segments<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_How_is_this_development_relevant_to_competitive_exams\"><\/span>10. 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