New Delhi/Chennai, March 26 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the new Pamban rail bridge in Tamil Nadu on April 6, coinciding with Ram Navami, a festival marking the birth of Lord Ram, The Times of India reported.

The bridge will enhance rail connectivity to Rameswaram, one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in Hinduism.

A major boost for pilgrimage and tourism

Rameswaram is believed to be the place where Lord Ram built a bridge to Lanka, as described in the Ramayana. The site attracts over 25 lakh pilgrims annually, and the improved infrastructure is expected to further boost religious tourism.

The timing of the inauguration carries strong symbolism, as it aligns with Ram Navami. Additionally, it comes at a t...