Residents of Manana and nearby villages in Panipat protested on May 3, 2026, by blocking the Manana GT Road. The protest happened because the railway overbridge (ROB) at Railway Gate No. 44 on the Ambala-Delhi line remains incomplete. The project started in 2019 and was supposed to be finished by November 2021.
Why is the Manana flyover project delayed?
The project, valued at Rs 17.39 crore, was awarded to PS Infrabuild Private Limited in 2019 with an 18-month deadline. The PWD Superintending Engineer stated that the COVID-19 pandemic, GRAP orders, and land issues for service roads caused the delays. While officials claimed 85% completion in February 2025 and expected it to open by April 2025, the work is still not finished.
What are the main concerns of the local villagers?
Villagers from Manana, Narayna, Khalila, Dhodhpur, Wazirpur Titana, and Burshyam have faced long-term inconvenience. Local residents, including Azad Singh and Panch Shakeel, alleged that the contractor used substandard cement and scrap iron. They also pointed out that the panels are misaligned, and 18 panels collapsed in July 2025, though PWD SDO Shailendra Bhatia called it a minor incident.
| Project Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Start Year | 2019 |
| Original Deadline | November 2021 |
| Project Cost | Rs 17.39 Crore |
| Contractor | PS Infrabuild Private Limited |
| Current Status | Incomplete (as of May 2026) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What was the original deadline for the Manana flyover?
The project started in 2019 and had a stipulated completion period of 18 months, meaning the deadline expired in November 2021.
Which agencies are responsible for the construction?
The construction is being handled by the Haryana Public Works Department (PWD B&R) and Indian Railways, with the tender awarded to PS Infrabuild Private Limited.
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