Bhubaneswar, Nov. 19 -- Odisha is set to witness one of the most ambitious railway engineering feats in the country, as construction of India's second longest railway bridge is progressing rapidly in Nayagarh district.

The massive viaduct, rising nearly 80 feet above the ground, is part of the Khurda-Balangir railway project. It promises a spectacular travel experience for passengers once operational.

Gigantic pillars are taking shape across Nayagarh and Daspalla regions, where the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has released aerial footage showcasing the scale of the ongoing work.

The bridge, connecting Jamusahi to Kulurukumpa, forms a major segment of the long-pending Khurda-Balangir rail line meant to improve connectivity between western ...