Bengaluru’s ₹200 Crore, 7.22 KM Road Project: A Step Towards Smoother Traffic Flow
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has unveiled plans to build a 7.22 km road at a cost of ₹200 crores, aimed at reducing traffic congestion in Bengaluru. This innovative road, proposed to run parallel to the Outer Ring Road (ORR), will utilize the buffer zone of the city’s stormwater drains (SWDs). Here’s everything you need to know about this ambitious project.
Road to Ease Bengaluru’s Traffic Woes
The proposed road will connect Hebbal Military Farm to Hennur Main Road, running between Hebbal and Kalkere lakes. Designed as a parallel route to the ORR, it seeks to alleviate the city’s notorious traffic congestion. While urban transport experts find the idea unique, environmental activists have raised concerns over its potential ecological impact.
Key Details About the Project
- Length & Budget: 7.22 km long with an estimated cost of ₹200 crores.
- Land Acquisition: BBMP has issued a public notification for acquiring 2,89,354 square meters (71.5 acres) of land in the SWD buffer zone, covering 149 properties, including the Hebbal Military Dairy Farm.
- Width of the Road: The road will vary in width—25 meters in most areas, reducing to 24 meters and 17 meters in certain sections due to the irregular width of the SWD buffer zones.
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Government’s Vision & Challenges
Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar has backed the project, emphasizing the need for a new road network to address traffic snarls. However, concerns remain regarding land acquisition, ecological sustainability, and the challenges posed by the uneven SWD terrain.
Urban transport activist Sanjeev V. Dyamannavar highlighted the technical hurdles, stating, “Building a road within the buffer zone is a novel idea but comes with challenges due to the varying widths of the stormwater drain.”
Environmental Concerns
Despite criticisms from environmentalists, the government is moving forward with the proposal, citing the pressing need to decongest the city’s traffic hotspots. The BBMP’s notification indicates that most of the land is vacant, which could streamline the acquisition process.
If successful, this project could redefine urban mobility in Bengaluru while setting a precedent for future infrastructure developments.
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