Metro work may add to your monsoon misery on city roads
Bhopal:
Bhopal Metro construction
project's section between Karond and Subhash Nagar depot is likely to cause significant traffic disruptions and pollution during the forthcoming monsoon period. The pace of work and lack of alternative routes to ply on in the densely populated area is another contributing factor that could exacerbate the issue.
MP Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL) sources said that as per protocol they have presented three alternative traffic diversion proposals to the traffic police for their consideration. The traffic police have conducted field assessments to evaluate these routes' viability, yet current implementation of these diversions remains inadequate.Consequently, the public is expected to face heightened traffic congestion and elevated pollution as the rainy season approaches. This assessment stems from the referenced source material. Residents in areas where metro development is in progress are cognisant of and preparing for potential traffic difficulties, particularly as construction activities coincide with the muddy monsoon period. "The situation should have been anticipated and mitigated. In the next few months, as metro construction picks pace it will lead to more traffic issues. It has been left on commuters should plan accordingly," said Suresh, a local resident of Karond area. Lay Of Land Across StnsThe Karond to Subhash Nagar section of the Bhopal metro encompasses eight stations, including 3.39 km of underground railway and two subterranean stations. The 7km section connecting Subhash Nagar to AIIMS Bhopal is nearing completion, with civil and systems work integration underway. The DRM office, AIIMS Bhopal, and Alkapuri metro stations are approaching completion, and alongside signalling and auxiliary works, will necessitate a safety certification inspection. MPMRCL Review Meet Meanwhile focus of MPMRCL remains on advancement of all Bhopal Metro Project contract packages. Recently, MPMRCL managing director, S Krishna Chaitanya conducted a review meeting of stations, depots, viaducts among others, under all the contract packages of Bhopal Metro Project. This meeting was held with the aim of speeding up the construction works, which was a part of the weekly inspection and review series. It was organised to ensure coordination in the progress of the entire Bhopal Metro Project construction works after the on-site inspection of Subhash Nagar Metro Depot and AIIMS, Alkapuri and DRM Office stations of Priority Corridor. In respect of all packages, detailed progress reports of important components like civil construction, system works such as signaling system, rolling stock, traction were presented. The Managing Director ordered to pay special attention to safety standards, quality control and environmental compliance at the construction sites. It was decided that priority should be given to adequate number of workers, regular availability of machinery, and material management to complete the construction works. Chaitanya clarified that the project can be completed on time only with continuous dialogue and cooperation between all stakeholders (officials, consultants, contractors). He also emphasized on setting continuous targets for each package and real-time tracking of their progress, as per a press release.
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Bhopal: Bhopal Metro construction project's section between Karond and Subhash Nagar depot is likely to cause significant traffic disruptions and pollution during the forthcoming monsoon period. The pace of work and lack of alternative routes to ply on in the densely populated area is another contributing factor that could exacerbate the issue. MP Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL) sources said that as per protocol they have presented three alternative traffic diversion proposals to the traffic police for their consideration. The traffic police have conducted field assessments to evaluate these routes' viability, yet current implementation of these diversions remains the public is expected to face heightened traffic congestion and elevated pollution as the rainy season approaches. This assessment stems from the referenced source material. Residents in areas where metro development is in progress are cognisant of and preparing for potential traffic difficulties, particularly as construction activities coincide with the muddy monsoon period. "The situation should have been anticipated and mitigated. In the next few months, as metro construction picks pace it will lead to more traffic issues. It has been left on commuters should plan accordingly," said Suresh, a local resident of Karond area. Lay Of Land Across StnsThe Karond to Subhash Nagar section of the Bhopal metro encompasses eight stations, including 3.39 km of underground railway and two subterranean stations. The 7km section connecting Subhash Nagar to AIIMS Bhopal is nearing completion, with civil and systems work integration underway. The DRM office, AIIMS Bhopal, and Alkapuri metro stations are approaching completion, and alongside signalling and auxiliary works, will necessitate a safety certification inspection. MPMRCL Review Meet Meanwhile focus of MPMRCL remains on advancement of all Bhopal Metro Project contract packages. Recently, MPMRCL managing director, S Krishna Chaitanya conducted a review meeting of stations, depots, viaducts among others, under all the contract packages of Bhopal Metro Project. This meeting was held with the aim of speeding up the construction works, which was a part of the weekly inspection and review series. It was organised to ensure coordination in the progress of the entire Bhopal Metro Project construction works after the on-site inspection of Subhash Nagar Metro Depot and AIIMS, Alkapuri and DRM Office stations of Priority Corridor. In respect of all packages, detailed progress reports of important components like civil construction, system works such as signaling system, rolling stock, traction were presented. The Managing Director ordered to pay special attention to safety standards, quality control and environmental compliance at the construction sites. It was decided that priority should be given to adequate number of workers, regular availability of machinery, and material management to complete the construction works. Chaitanya clarified that the project can be completed on time only with continuous dialogue and cooperation between all stakeholders (officials, consultants, contractors). He also emphasized on setting continuous targets for each package and real-time tracking of their progress, as per a press release.
