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Saturday, April 11, 2026
TopicOld Yamuna Bridge

Topic: Old Yamuna Bridge

British-era construction to 2023 floods — Delhi’s Old Yamuna bridge has been a witness to changing India

Known as 'lohe ka pul' in common parlance, the iron truss bridge was built in 1863 as part of a railroad link between Delhi & Calcutta. Now submerged in Yamuna, it waits for the flood to recede. 

As water levels rise, Yamuna becomes a tourist spot for curious Delhiites

Many, including mediapersons, are flocking to Old Yamuna Bridge, which has been made out of bounds for traffic in the wake of a flood warning.

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