Prayagraj's Major Infrastructure Boost: NHAI Advances Second Phase of Inner Ring Road Project
In a significant development aimed at addressing persistent traffic challenges and enhancing regional connectivity, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is actively formulating the comprehensive work plan for the highly anticipated second phase of the 4-lane Prayagraj Inner Ring Road project. This ambitious initiative represents a crucial step forward in the city's infrastructure modernization efforts.
Project Approval and Strategic Planning Underway
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has granted its official approval for the preliminary detailed project report (DPR) for this critical phase, effectively clearing the path for subsequent technical evaluations and administrative procedures. This approval marks a pivotal milestone that enables NHAI officials and technical specialists to proceed with meticulous planning and execution strategies.
Extensive Route Spanning Multiple Villages
The proposed second phase will encompass an impressive 41.662-kilometer stretch, strategically connecting Madhopur village near NH19 in Soraon tehsil to Amiliya village in Karchana tehsil. This extensive corridor will traverse through 41 distinct villages, significantly improving accessibility and transportation networks across these rural communities while reducing urban congestion.
Land Acquisition and Implementation Timeline
Authorities anticipate initiating the land acquisition process within the forthcoming six months, demonstrating the project's accelerated timeline and commitment to timely execution. This systematic approach ensures that all necessary groundwork is completed efficiently before construction commences.
Signature River Bridge Constructions
A particularly noteworthy aspect of this infrastructure endeavor involves the construction of two major river bridges that will serve as engineering marvels and vital transportation links:
- Ganga River Bridge: A substantial 3.5-kilometer-long six-lane bridge planned over the sacred Ganga River
- Yamuna River Bridge: A 1.2-kilometer-long bridge designed to span the Yamuna River
Comprehensive surveys will be conducted to determine the precise alignment for these bridges and identify the specific villages through which they will pass, ensuring optimal routing and minimal community disruption.
Comprehensive Supporting Infrastructure
Beyond the major river crossings, the project incorporates an extensive array of supporting structures designed to enhance overall connectivity and traffic management:
- Four strategically positioned flyovers to facilitate seamless vehicular movement
- Three railway overbridges to eliminate level-crossing delays and improve safety
- Approximately 120 small underground culverts to manage water drainage and maintain ecological balance
Technical Documentation and Approval Process
Technical experts are currently preparing detailed reports for all proposed structures, which will be formally submitted to the ministry for thorough review and final authorization. Following this crucial clearance, the definitive DPR will receive official approval, thereby enabling the commencement of actual construction activities.
Official Confirmation and Next Steps
NHAI Prayagraj project director Siddharth Singh confirmed that the preliminary DPR for the second phase has already received approval and has been officially published in the Gazette of India. He further emphasized that surveys would be conducted promptly to finalize the exact locations for both the Ganga and Yamuna bridges, ensuring precision in planning and execution.
This transformative infrastructure project promises to revolutionize transportation in Prayagraj, substantially reducing chronic traffic congestion while fostering improved regional connectivity and economic growth through enhanced mobility networks.
