Vidyasagar Setu

Vidyasagar Setu, popularly known as the Second Hooghly Bridge, was erected in1992. A manifestation of constructional excellence, Vidyasagar Setu of West Bengal acts as a vital link between the capital city– Kolkata - and Howrah. The Setu facilitates commutation of around 85, 000 transportation sources regularly. The entire structure of Vidyasagar Setu in Kolkata was transformed into an operational Bridge in a time span of 22 long years.

Comprising of nine traffic tracks, the 457 meter long Setu is a unique engineering wonder as its framework is aptly backed by 121 loops. The very base of Vidyasagar Setu goes to a depth of 100 meter in the River Hooghly. With a width of 115 meter, the Setu is believed to have incurred a considerable cost of Rs. 388/- crore.

One of the outstanding attractions of West Bengal, Vidyasagar Setu of Kolkata receives hundreds and thousands of visitors every year. In fact foreign travelers who come to explore the touristy pleasures of eastern India, make it sure that they can avail of a drive down the exotic lanes of Vidyasagar Setu.

Apart from its tourism popularity, Vidyasagar Setu in West Bengal has also become an important connective point which joins the city of Kolkata with the nearby Bengal Engineering College and Botanical Garden. Ever since Vidyasagar Setu came into existence, Howrah Bridge of Kolkata has been relieved from the ever-increasing traffic rush.

The daily commuters of West Bengal can now enjoy a hassle-free journey the credit of which goes to the one and only Vidyasagar Setu.