Construction of the two-lane railway overbridge at Lokmanya Nagar in Indore has officially started. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on April 5, 2026. To facilitate the work, the railway crossing has been closed, which will impact local traffic for a significant period.
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How long will the Lokmanya Nagar road remain closed?
The railway crossing at Lokmanya Nagar is now shut for the general public. According to official plans, the road will remain closed for one and a half years. This closure will affect residents and commuters of several nearby colonies who used this crossing for their daily travel.
Who is building the bridge and what are the details?
The construction project is being handled by Gacy Engineering Service, Vadodara. While some other areas in Indore are getting six-lane bridges, officials have decided to implement a two-lane bridge plan for the Lokmanya Nagar crossing. The site is currently under work and safety warnings have been put in place due to high-voltage electricity risks.