Subhash Bridge

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Subhash Bridge
File:Sabarmati Riverfront Ahmedabad.jpg
The bridge from Sabarmati Riverfront
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Carriesvehicles, pedestrians
CrossesSabarmati River
LocaleAhmedabad, Gujarat, India
Named forSubhash Chandra Bose
Preceded byIndira Bridge
Followed byMaharshi Dadhichi Bridge
Characteristics
DesignBeam bridge
MaterialConcrete, steel
Total length453.7 m (1,489 ft)
Width12.8 m (42 ft)
History
Construction end1973
Closed4 December 2025 (2025-12-04)
Location
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Subhash Bridge is a bridge over the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad, built in 1973.[1]

History

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The bridge was built in 1973. It is 453.7 metres (1,489 ft) long and 12.8 metres (42 ft) wide.[2][1]

In August 2019, Subhash bridge went under major repairs after 50 years and hence, was made to close it till eight Sundays.[1] The bridge was closed on 4 December 2025 for inspection and repairs following a crack was observed in a span above the pillar No. 9.[3][2]

Subhash Bridge Area

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The neighborhoods near the bridge are named after the bridge itself. It is an important area in Ahmedabad for its association with Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhi Ashram is 1.5 km from Subhash Bridge. Gandhi Ashram Shopping area is a storehouse of Khadi. Subhash Bridge stands as a residential area of Ahmedabad with more than 80 residential societies spread across this place. It has been separated from rest of the city by a railway line on the west and Sabarmati river on its eastern side.

Locale

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  • Keshavnagar

Accessibility

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  • 7 km from City Railway Station.
  • About 16 km from Airport.
  • Ashram Road and Dr. Chinubhai Patel Road are major connecting roads here.

References

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