This dual bridge connects Kovvur to Diwancheruvu Junction in Rajamahendravaram in via Katheru, Konthamuru, Palacherla areas in Rajamahendravaram City.

[1] This bridge was constructed, aimed to reduce road distance between Kolkata and Chennai by at least 150 kilometres (93 mi).

The foundation stone for the bridge was laid in 2009 by then Chief Minister Y.S.

4th bridge was targeted for completed in 2012, but due to multiple delays it was opened to traffic in 2015.

[1] This bridge was expected to ease traffic through Rajahmundry city but some multi-axle trucks are using the old route due to the narrow road connecting the bridge from Gundugolanu to Kovvur.