Govt to construct two flyovers, one tunnel in Koteshwar to ease traffic congestion

Summary

The government plans to construct two flyovers and a tunnel in Koteshwar with JICA funding to ease traffic congestion, expected to be completed by 2033.

Key Points
  • The government will construct two flyovers and a tunnel in Koteshwar to ease chronic traffic congestion.
  • The project is funded by a concessional loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) costing Rs 30.8 billion.
  • Construction will use a cut-and-cover tunnel method and multiple pillars supporting flyovers unlike the Gwarko overpass.
  • The project timeline schedules completion by August 2033 with signed agreements and implementation phases starting from 2025.
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