Varanasi Kolkata Expressway construction begins in a 161 KM stretch in Bihar to boost road infra.
Patna November 21, 2024: The construction of the Varanasi-Kolkata Expressway commenced on Thursday in Bihar’s Kaimur district, marking a significant milestone in the Bharatmala project.
The expressway which spans four districts in Bihar—Kaimur, Rohtas, Gaya and Aurangabad—aims to enhance connectivity and boost regional development.
The total length of Varanasi Kolkata Expressway this stretch in Bihar is 161 KM including 51.4 KM in Kaimur, 35.5 KM in Rohtas, 35.4 KM in Gaya and 39.3 KM in Aurangabad district.
Varanasi Kolkata expressway required 15,065 hectares of land in Kaimur:
The Varanasi Kolkata Expressway project, requiring 15,065 hectares of land, received necessary approvals from Bihar’s Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, along with completed land acquisition by the Road Construction Department.
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With an estimated cost of Rs 5,507 crore, the Varanasi Kolkata expressway will be developed in seven packages, and tenders for five of these have already been finalized, allowing construction to commence.
Commuters can travel on Varanasi Kolkata Expressway at high speed:
Once completed, the expressway will enable commuters to travel at speeds of up to 120 km/h, significantly reducing travel time between Varanasi to Kolkata.
This project is expected to bolster economic activity and connectivity, linking important regions along its route. With its construction progressing in Bihar, it promises to enhance infrastructure and mobility for the state’s residents and the nation as a whole.
Bihar Chief Secretary announced for expansion of the Bihta-Parev road:
In another development to address persistent traffic congestion on the Bihta Chowk and up to Parev village on the Patna-Arrah stretch, Bihar Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena announced plans for road expansion.
During an inspection at Bihta Chowk, Meena stated that the Road Construction Department will construct two additional lanes to convert the existing two-lane road into a four-lane highway, easing traffic flow in the area.
The Bihta-Parev stretch, which connects to NH 922, the Parev-Buxar four-lane road, experiencing regular traffic snarls due to its limited capacity.
The expansion is expected to integrate smoothly with the already-approved Patna-Bihta four-lane elevated road.
“Some part of land required for the project falls under a forest area and necessitating clearance will be taken from the relevant authority soon. The Patna District Magistrate will address any potential hurdles to ensure timely execution,” Meena said.
Parve village, located along the banks of Son River, is a critical link in the region’s transportation network, and the upgrades aim to improve connectivity and reduce communication times.
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