Protests and Internal Disputes Halt Three Major Bridge Projects in Vadodara
Public protests and disagreements within the Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) have led to the stalling of three significant bridge projects in the city, cumulatively worth Rs 160 crore. These include the Rs 52.59 crore flyover at the Vasna junction, t
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These projects include the Rs 52.59 crore flyover at the Vasna junction, the Rs 50.76 crore Bhayli-Sun Pharma bridge over the Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited (SSNNL) canal, and a flyover near the Abacus Circle.
Notably, the Abacus flyover has faced significant controversy after its project cost, initially estimated at Rs 56 crore, escalated to Rs 120 crore following a proposal to integrate it with the existing Vishwamitri-Urmi Bridge.
Vasna Flyover A Controversial Project
The Rs 52.59 crore flyover at the Vasna junction has drawn substantial opposition from local residents.
They argue that the flyover is no longer necessary as peripheral roads are now complete, reducing traffic congestion since the 2019-20 survey.
Residents fear that the flyover will create new traffic issues and disrupt local businesses.
Recently, a group of residents handed over a memorandum to Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, who was visiting the city, protesting the Vasna flyover.
The memorandum, signed by around 700 families, also requested the cancellation of a bridge over the Narmada river canal in the Bhayli area, citing similar concerns.
A resident explained,
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the three bridge projects that have been stalled in Vadodara?
The three bridge projects that have been stalled in Vadodara are the Rs 52.59 crore flyover at the Vasna junction, the Rs 50.76 crore Bhayli-Sun Pharma bridge over the SSNNL canal, and a flyover near the Abacus Circle.
Why are residents protesting against these bridge projects?
Residents are protesting against these bridge projects due to concerns about increased traffic congestion, disruption to local businesses, and the impact on the current road infrastructure. They argue that the projects are no longer necessary given the completion of peripheral roads and the reduction in traffic since the surveys were conducted in 2019-20.
What is the cost overrun for the Abacus flyover project?
The cost of the Abacus flyover project has escalated from the initial estimate of Rs 56.56 crore to Rs 120.71 crore. This increase is due to a proposal to merge it with the existing Urmi bridge, which would cost an additional Rs 51.08 crore.
What is the future significance of the Bhayli-Sun Pharma bridge?
The Bhayli-Sun Pharma bridge is expected to connect to the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, reducing the current 1.5-kilometre roundabout of the Bhayli canal. It is also crucial for the future real-estate expansion in the area, providing better connectivity and reducing travel time.
How is the Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) addressing these issues?
The VMC is maintaining that these bridge projects are necessary for the future development of Vadodara. They are building according to the current road widths and future projections. However, they are also considering the concerns of local residents and may conduct fresh surveys to address these issues.
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