Hyderabad, March 10 -- Hyderabad is going to get its second cable-stayed bridge, spanning across Mir Alam Tank and connecting Chintalmet Road to Bangalore National Highway, as the foundation stone is expected to be laid soon.

The Telangana government has sanctioned Rs 430 crore for the bridge, which will be built under the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) mode.

Mir Alam Tank cable bridge in Hyderabad

The city's second cable-stayed bridge, measuring 2.65 km, will extend across Mir Alam Tank. It will be 22.2 meters wide.

The construction of the bridge will alleviate traffic congestion and promote tourism in Hyderabad. National Highway 44 near Mir Alam Tank is the starting point of the bridge whereas, Chintalmet Road near ...