Minister Banna Gupta initiates transformative infrastructure development
Jamshedpur set for traffic relief with 2.8km elevated corridor and Rs. 252 crore initial budget.
JAMSHEDPUR – Health Minister Banna Gupta launched Mango Flyover construction to ease congestion and improve city connectivity.
The Mango Flyover project in Jamshedpur has officially commenced, marking a significant milestone in the city’s development.
Health and Food Supply Minister Banna Gupta, representing Jamshedpur West constituency, presided over the foundation-laying ceremony for Pier No. 30.
The event, steeped in traditional Vedic rituals, signaled the start of a transformative infrastructure project for the steel city.
Addressing the gathering, Minister Gupta emphasized the flyover’s potential to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance connectivity.
"This project fulfills our promise to the people of Mango and Jamshedpur," Gupta declared.
The 2.8-kilometer elevated corridor will incorporate both four-lane and two-lane sections, strategically connecting major roadways.
A notable feature is an overbridge across the Subarnarekha River, further integrating the city’s landscape.
Gupta highlighted the project’s fiscal responsibility, stating, "We’ve allocated Rs. 252 crore for the initial phase, with a total budget of Rs. 461 crore approved by the cabinet."
He assured attendees that cutting-edge construction techniques would ensure durability and efficiency.
The minister set an 18-month timeline for completion, promising relief to residents of Marine Drive, Dimna, and other areas.
"Once operational, this flyover will significantly reduce travel times, fuel consumption, and air pollution," Gupta explained.
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In a candid moment, the minister addressed opposition to the project.
"Despite attempts to obstruct this initiative, the will of the people has prevailed," he asserted.
Gupta questioned the lack of action by previous administrations on critical issues like healthcare and traffic management.
He contrasted past inaction with current efforts, stating, "Under our watch, we’re implementing comprehensive safety measures and healthcare improvements."
The minister announced plans for enhanced city surveillance, including the installation of 200 CCTV cameras in collaboration with Tata Steel.
Gupta emphasized that the flyover is part of a broader vision for Jamshedpur’s growth.
"We’re not just building roads; we’re transforming Jamshedpur into a medical hub," he declared, citing ongoing healthcare projects.
Addressing women’s welfare, Gupta discussed the expansion of the Mukhyamantri Maiya Yojana.
"We’ve lowered the eligibility age from 21 to 18, ensuring more women can live with dignity," he explained.
The ceremony was attended by various officials, including RCD representatives Deepak Sahay and Bam Singh, and Tata Steel Land Department’s Amit Singh.
As the foundation stone was laid, Gupta’s words echoed the sentiment of progress: "This flyover is more than infrastructure; it’s a bridge to Jamshedpur’s future."
With this project, Jamshedpur takes a significant step towards modernization and improved urban living, he said.
