Mango Flyover Construction Resumes After Brief Protest
The construction of the much-awaited Mango flyover in Jamshedpur resumed on Thursday, just one day after local protests had brought work to a standstill. The Rs 461 crore elevated roadway project, being implemented by the state road construction department (RCD), is considered crucial for addressing the persistent traffic congestion that has plagued the Mango area for decades.
Official Confirmation and Project Importance
Deepak Sahay, executive engineer of RCD's Jamshedpur division, confirmed that work had recommenced without any further protests. "Work has resumed from Thursday and there's no protest of any type. The work will continue as per schedule," stated Sahay, whose department serves as the implementing agency for this significant infrastructure initiative.
The project's timely completion has been emphasized as critically important by RCD officials, who highlight that the flyover represents a permanent solution to the long-standing traffic problems in the Mango locality. The substantial investment of Rs 461 crore underscores the project's significance for the region's urban infrastructure development.
Traffic Management Measures Implemented
To facilitate the ongoing construction work, authorities have implemented comprehensive traffic diversion plans. On Thursday, traffic was redirected away from the Pardih Bada Hanuman temple-Mango roundabout route, with police taking multiple measures to manage vehicle flow effectively.
Traffic police installed boulders at Jawaharnagar road numbers 1 and 5 to prevent heavy vehicles from entering from the Pardih end. Additionally, barricades were placed at various strategic locations to stop vehicles from proceeding toward Mango chowk. The police department has also deployed traffic personnel at key points along the route to ensure smooth traffic movement during the construction period.
Background of the Protest and Political Reactions
The construction work faced interruption on Wednesday when local residents, including traders, staged protests that temporarily halted progress on both the Azadnagar down ramp and the bridge across the Subarnarekha river - both integral components of the flyover project.
The protest received endorsement from Neeraj Singh, public amenities' representative of Jamshedpur (West) MLA Saryu Roy, indicating that the concerns raised by local residents had political support. The JD(U) party had openly supported the traders who opposed certain aspects of the construction.
However, Subodh Srivastava, JD(U) district president, clarified their position, stating, "No one is opposing the flyover construction. We raised the flag regarding lacuna in the design of the down ramp." This statement suggests that the protest focused specifically on design deficiencies rather than opposition to the project itself.
Meanwhile, JMM and Congress parties criticized JD(U) for what they described as interference in development work and urged authorities to resume construction without further delay. The political dimension added complexity to the situation, though work has now recommenced following these brief interruptions.
The resumption of construction marks a positive step forward for Jamshedpur's infrastructure development, bringing the city closer to resolving its chronic traffic congestion issues through this ambitious flyover project.
