Patna: The construction of Bihar’s first double-decker elevated road on Ashoka Rajpath is nearing completion, with officials confirming that vehicles will start moving on it by March 2025. Spanning 2.2 kilometers, the flyover will connect Kargil Chowk to Science College, significantly easing traffic congestion in the area. The upper deck will facilitate movement from Science College to Gandhi Maidan, while the lower deck will cater to vehicles traveling in the opposite direction.
Officials stated that 93 percent of the foundation work has been completed, with the road expected to be fully ready by February. Out of 60 spans on each deck, 40 have already been installed, leaving only 40 spans to complete the structure. Connectivity to the multi-level parking at PMCH via six spans on each level is also pending. Patna DM and Bihar State Police Construction Corporation Limited MD Shirshat Kapil Ashok recently inspected the site and assured timely completion.
The construction progress has faced some challenges due to the ongoing Patna Metro project. Barricading for the metro work has disrupted flyover construction between span numbers 26 to 32. To address this, the DM instructed Metro officials to shift the barricading board four meters back to accelerate flyover construction.
Another obstacle is the presence of 51 shops from Kargil Chowk to BN College on the service road of the double-decker project. The DM has directed the removal of these shops, giving the shopkeepers a deadline until Saturday to vacate. While new shops are being shifted, older structures are being demolished and rebuilt.
Despite these challenges, officials are optimistic about completing the construction on time. The project marks a significant milestone for Bihar, offering a modern infrastructure solution to ease traffic and improve connectivity in Patna. The bridge’s completion will bring much-needed relief to daily commuters and enhance the city’s transportation system.
