Bhavnagar to get two new overbridges under mega project worth ₹650 crore

According to a report by Desh Gujarat, a major decision has been taken to solve the traffic jam problem of Bhavnagar city and improve connectivity. Under this, it has been announced to build two new overbridges in the city. These bridges will be constructed from Nari Chokdi to Vartej and at the Kumbharwada railway crossing.

State government spokesperson and Bhavnagar West MLA Jitu Vaghani has announced these projects. He stated that this initiative aims to smooth traffic movement, reduce travel time and fuel consumption, and enhance facilities for residents, traders, and daily commuters. The overbridge to be built between Nari Chokdi and Vartej will be the largest bridge of its kind in Saurashtra, which will be prepared at an estimated cost of ₹650 crore. Online tenders have also been issued for this project. This work will be undertaken jointly by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the Roads and Buildings Department of the state government, and the Bhavnagar Municipal Corporation. This proposed overbridge is expected to resolve the traffic problem on the main entry and exit corridor of Bhavnagar.

Apart from this, under the Central Government's 'Fatak Mukt Bharat' initiative, it has also been decided to build a new overbridge at the Kumbharwada railway crossing. This crossing has long been a hindrance for the citizens, workers, and traders of the area. Despite an underpass being built earlier, the traffic problem had remained persistent. MLA Vaghani also visited the site along with the Mayor, Standing Committee Chairman, Deputy Mayor, Ruling Party Leader, and Municipal Commissioner. This new bridge will be prepared with a two-way design, so that movement at the railway crossing becomes smooth. Work will begin after technical formalities are completed.

According to Wikipedia's background report, Bhavnagar is a city in the Indian state of Gujarat and the headquarters of Bhavnagar district. The city was founded in 1723 by Bhavsinhji Gohil. It was the capital of the princely state of Bhavnagar, which merged into the Indian Union in 1948 and is currently the fifth most populous city in Gujarat.