Commuters in the National Capital Territory can anticipate a significant easing of the persistent traffic congestion plaguing key arterial routes connecting East and South Delhi, as the long-gestating Barapullah Phase 3 flyover project edges towards its culmination.
With 89 percent of the construction of the 3.5-kilometre elevated corridor now complete, authorities project operationalisation by the close of the current fiscal year. This infrastructural augmentation, linking Mayur Vihar I to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), holds the promise of alleviating bottlenecks at critical intersections, including the Nizamuddin Bridge, Bhairon Marg, Ashram Chowk, and the heavily trafficked Ring Road. Conceived with the aim of streamlining vehicular movement across the city, the Barapullah Phase 3 project received its initial nod in 2014, with groundwork commencing in April 2015. The original timeline projected completion by 2017, with an estimated financial outlay of ₹964 crore. However, the intervening years have witnessed a substantial escalation in both the project’s cost and its completion horizon, primarily attributable to protracted delays in land acquisition processes, the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, recurrent seasonal flooding hindering construction activities, and protracted waits for essential environmental clearances.
Reflecting on the factors contributing to the extended timeline, a representative from the Public Works Department (PWD) highlighted the complexities involved in coordinating with various governmental bodies and navigating unforeseen logistical challenges. Notably, a significant impediment to the project’s finalisation remains the pending approval from the forest department for the relocation of approximately 200 trees situated along the alignment of the concluding section of the flyover. This crucial clearance is the linchpin upon which the commencement of the remaining construction hinges. Despite these past hurdles, officials within the PWD have expressed optimism regarding the imminent resolution of the outstanding issues. They have underscored the enhanced inter-departmental coordination and the proactive measures now in place to expedite the remaining work. Regular site inspections are reportedly being conducted to meticulously monitor progress and ensure adherence to the revised timelines. The collaborative engagement with the forest department to secure the necessary tree relocation permits is being prioritised to pave the way for the final phase of construction to proceed without further delay.
The operationalisation of the Barapullah Phase 3 flyover is anticipated to have a cascading positive impact on the city’s transportation network. By providing an elevated and uninterrupted corridor between East and South Delhi, it is expected to significantly reduce travel times for commuters traversing these high-density zones. The anticipated decongestion of surface roads will not only improve traffic flow but could also contribute to a reduction in vehicular emissions in the long term, aligning with broader goals of fostering more sustainable urban mobility. The enhanced connectivity is also poised to have a positive ripple effect on economic activities and accessibility to vital healthcare facilities such as AIIMS. The completion of this long-awaited infrastructure project represents a crucial step towards building a more efficient and navigable urban environment for Delhi’s residents.
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