NEWS – B’luru’s longest flyover to come up between JP Nagar, Hebbal. 32-km project to be modelled on BTM Layout section

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Project Scope: A proposed 32.15 km road-cum-Metro corridor along the western part of the Outer Ring Road (ORR) between JP Nagar and Hebbal.
• Model: Inspired by the successful 5-km double-decker project on Ragigudda-Silk Board stretch in South Bengaluru.
• Features:
  • Elevated road component for 8 km on Magadi Road.
  • Double-decker Metro lines for both lines of Phase III.
  • Integration of road and Metro infrastructure on the same pillars.
• Estimated Cost: Rs. 9,800 crore, to be shared equally by BBMP and Namma Metro.
• Benefits:
  • Ease traffic congestion on the ORR, particularly at Goraguntepalya junction.
  • Create a signal-free corridor between Dr. Rajkumar Memorial and BEL Circle.
  • Improve connectivity and reduce travel time.
  • Long-term vision: Designed to accommodate future traffic growth for the next 30-40 years.

Challenges and Considerations:

• Delay in Tendering: Changes in design, particularly to accommodate the double-decker concept, have delayed the tendering process for Metro’s civil works.
• Land Acquisition: Acquisition of properties belonging to the Defence Ministry and CMTI will be crucial for the project’s implementation.
• Cost Implications: The project’s high cost necessitates careful financial planning and resource allocation.
• Public Impact: Potential inconvenience to Metro passengers during construction and implementation phases.