Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the Pamban sea bridge, enhancing rail connectivity between Rameswaram island and the mainland, and flagged off the new Rameswaram–Tambaram train service. He also launched a Coast Guard ship that sailed beneath the newly built structure.

As per PTI, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin skipped the high-profile event, citing prior official commitments in Udhagamandalam. He reiterated concerns over the proposed delimitation exercise, urging the PM to address the apprehensions of the people of Tamil Nadu.