Patna: Plans for an ambitious four-lane elevated corridor connecting Beur Mor in Anisabad to AIIMS Golambar have gained momentum, as Bihar State Road Development Corporation Limited (BSRDCL) resubmitted a revised proposal to the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) last week.
The 8-kilometre corridor, expected to cost approximately Rs 1,300 crore, aims to ease traffic congestion in one of Patna’s busiest stretches. The initial proposal—returned by MoRTH—had included underground electrical upgradation at a cost of Rs 90 crore. The revised version lowers this component to Rs 40 crore by focusing instead on shifting electricity poles and wires, in accordance with MoRTH guidelines.
Additionally, the proposal earmarks Rs 155 crore for land acquisition, a critical step toward commencing construction. Upon receiving approval from the Centre, the state will initiate the contractor selection process.
A Game Changer for Urban Mobility
Officials believe the elevated corridor will significantly decongest traffic, offering smoother transit for both intra-city commuters and those entering Patna from neighbouring districts. Roundabouts at Chitkohra and Beur are expected to serve as major access points, easing movement from key roads including Jagdev Path, Phulwari Road, and the Patna Bypass.
Vehicles entering from Danapur Station Road, Naubatpur, and the airport will benefit from convenient entry and exit ramps along the corridor, enhancing connectivity for both local residents and long-distance travellers.
“The project is strategically aligned to streamline traffic coming from all directions—east, west, and south—while also offering a seamless route for travellers headed to Patna Airport,” a senior BSRDCL official said.
Broader Connectivity Across the Region
The elevated corridor, running parallel to the southern side of the Patna Junction–Danapur railway line, is expected to impact over 250 localities. Crucially, it will provide a direct and uninterrupted route for heavy vehicles travelling from Bakhtiyarpur to the Koilwar bridge and towards Paliganj and Vikram.
With reduced congestion expected between Anisabad and Phulwari, daily commuters, particularly those using busy feeder roads, will experience shorter travel times and improved road safety.
Once approved and operational, the corridor will stand as a significant infrastructural milestone for Patna—bringing not just ease of transport, but also boosting economic activity in the surrounding areas.
