Railway Overbridges: Indian Railways to build new ROBs at busy crossings across India
Indian Railways and various state governments are working together to build Road Over Bridges (ROB) at busy railway crossings. These projects aim to stop long traffic jams caused by railway gates closing for several hours a day. Several new bridges have already been opened, while others are in the planning or construction stage across different states.
Which new bridges have been opened and started
Recent projects show a big push in the North and North-East. In Assam, new bridges were opened at Sripuria in Tinsukia and Madhabpur in Duliajan to help local trade. In Andhra Pradesh, the foundation stone was laid for a 142-crore bridge at Nidamarru and a 98.68-crore bridge at Gunadala in Vijayawada. The Gunadala project will remove a gate that stayed closed for 14 to 16 hours daily.
Details of key infrastructure projects across India
| Location | Project Type | Estimated Cost | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tinsukia, Assam | ROB | ₹65 Crore | 720-meter bridge connecting AT Road |
| Gunadala, AP | ROB | ₹98.68 Crore | 920-meter long, 18-month deadline |
| Duliajan, Assam | ROB | ₹72 Crore | 830-meter bridge at Madhabpur |
| Nidamarru, AP | ROB | ₹142 Crore | Solves traffic for 60 daily trains |
| Katihar, WB | ROB | ₹176.99 Crore | Fully funded by Indian Railways |
| Kosamba, Gujarat | RoR Flyover | ₹344.38 Crore | Rail Over Rail integration |
| Bhagalpur, Bihar | Rail Bypass | ₹303.20 Crore | 13.38-km bypass to ease congestion |
Updates on Phagwara and Bhopal projects
In Phagwara, Punjab, the Railway Ministry approved multiple projects including an overbridge at Khera road and underbridges at Gobindpura and Satnampura. These will improve connectivity on the Phagwara-Ludhiana route. In Bhopal, the dangerous 90-degree turn at the Aishbagh overbridge will be redesigned. The bridge width will increase from 8.5 meters to 11 meters to make it safer for drivers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long will the Gunadala ROB project take to complete?
The Gunadala ROB in Vijayawada is expected to be completed within 18 months. It is a 920-meter long bridge costing ₹98.68 crore.
What changes are being made to the Bhopal Aishbagh bridge?
The dangerous 90-degree turn is being redesigned to be safer. The bridge width will be increased from 8.5 meters to approximately 11 meters.