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News18
10-08-2025
- Business
- News18
Jharkhands Jamshedpur to soon get modern interstate bus terminal
Ranchi, Aug 10 (PTI) A state-of-the-art interstate bus terminal with modern transportation facilities will soon come up in Jharkhand's industrial city Jamshedpur, an official said on Sunday. The bus terminal will be built on 13 acres of land near Mango Dimna Chowk at an estimated cost of Rs 145.24 crore, he said. Urban Development Minister Sudivya Kumar has given in-principle approval for the project to be developed under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM), according to an official release. The proposal will soon be submitted for administrative approval, it said. The Jharkhand Urban Infrastructure Development Company (JUIDCO) has been tasked with implementing the project, a blueprint of which was prepared by a Karnataka-based agency, it said. The five-storey terminal building will have two basements and three floors, while the commercial building will feature one basement and three floors, the release said. The complex will include 50 parking spaces, 23 alighting bus bays, parking for 300 cars and 350 bikes, an office and warehouse for the water resources department, sewage treatment plant, water treatment plant, effluent treatment plant and internal road arrangements, it said. The first floor will feature an air-conditioned waiting hall with 80 seats, a 120-bed passenger dormitory, a 60-bed driver dormitory, a food court, shops, a security office, a travel admin office and toilets, the release said. The ground floor will have 23 bus bays, 18 ticket counters, a cloakroom, a logistics centre, a restaurant, public toilets and a food court. The complex will also be adorned with Jharkhandi art and paintings, it added. PTI SAN RBT view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
29-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Kantatoli flyover ramp likely to be opened before I-Day
1 2 Ranchi: The ramp of the Kantatoli flyover is expected to open to public by August 15, with construction now complete, promising significant relief to daily commuters battling congestion near the Birsa Munda bus stand in Khadgarha and surrounding areas. Ashutosh Kumar, PRO, Jharkhand Urban Infrastructure Development Company (JUIDCO), on Tuesday said, "The ramp is structurally ready. We are aiming for public access before or by August 15." The ramp, built as an integral component of the Kantatoli elevated corridor, will allow vehicles to ascend and descend the flyover midway, improving connectivity between Siramtoli and Kantatoli Chowk or Bahubazar. Positioned strategically on both sides of the main 2.4-km-long flyover, the ramp is expected to streamline entry and exit points, particularly easing bottlenecks near the bus stand, one of the city's most congested junctions. Commuters have welcomed it. "Every day, we get stuck near the bus stand, especially during office hours. The new ramp will save us time and reduce fuel consumption," said Sandeep Kumar, a daily commuter from Bahubazar. Another resident, Savita Devi of Siramtoli, said, "Work was going on here for a long time, and the congestion became unbearable. Now, finally, people will be able to leave their homes safely." The Kantatoli flyover, stretching from near Kantatoli Kabristan to Siramtoli, was constructed at a cost of Rs 224.94 crore using 486 precast segmental boxes supported by 42 spans. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Container Houses In Purwantoro Container House | Search Ads Search Now Undo Around 125 electric poles have also been installed along the route. The flyover was formally inaugurated for traffic in September last year. The project, first announced nearly a decade ago, faced delays due to land acquisition hurdles, shifting utilities, and a political tug-of-war between successive state govts. However, with the ramp nearing operational status, full functionality of the corridor is finally within reach.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Built for 22 cr, Morabadi stage to be razed over design flaws
Ranchi: The Morabadi Ground stage , built in 2019 as part of a Rs 22 crore urban development project by the Jharkhand Urban Infrastructure Development Company ( JUIDCO ), is set to be dismantled following critical design flaws flagged during a recent inspection on Feb 27 by the district administration. Although the entire development aimed to modernise the space for public and ceremonial events, the stage, which was the only completed component, proved inadequate for large gatherings and state functions. The decision has triggered a political controversy, with the opposition accusing the govt of destroying state assets created during BJP tenures. Though the JUIDCO project was envisioned as a multi-use plaza for large-scale public functions, only the stage was completed. The structure, measuring 75 ft by 40 ft and featuring a tensile canopy, 11 LED screens, and Gobo lights, has proven inadequate for key events like R-Day and Independence Day. The inspection found that the canopy and its pillars obstruct visibility and the 9 ft elevation fails to ensure clear line of sight for attendees. Further, the static design prevents expansion, often forcing the administration to install temporary stages up to 72 ft ahead of the current platform, compromising space and event layout. "Based on inspection findings, it was decided that the current stage and canopy would be dismantled. Temporary, functional structures suited to individual events will replace it. Large public programmes typically require stage lengths of 80 to 180 ft, which this setup does not support," said Ranchi DC Manjunath Bhajantri. BJP's state spokesperson Pratul Shahdeo lashed out at the Hemant Soren-led govt, saying, "Why demolish a multi-purpose stage that served Republic Day, Independence Day, and several historic rallies, including two of Hemant Soren's own oath-taking ceremonies? Was this decision driven by any public demand or simply an attempt to erase BJP-era contributions?" He accused the govt of wasteful spending, especially when departments claim a lack of funds for essential schemes. Shahdeo added, "This stage was also a platform for local artists. Now the govt, instead of preserving such infrastructure, is arbitrarily tearing it down." According to the officials, future makeshift stage structures will prioritise visibility, modularity, and audience capacity to meet modern event demands.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Ranchi, Jamshedpur to get state-of-art bus terminals
Ranchi: Urban development and housing department secretary Sunil Kumar chaired a review meeting on Tuesday to assess the progress of major infrastructure projects in Ranchi and Jamshedpur. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Two state-of-art inter-state bus terminuses (ISBT), to be developed by the Jharkhand Urban Infrastructure Development Company (JUIDCO) , are proposed at an estimated cost of Rs 180.45 crore in Ranchi and Rs 150 crore in Jamshedpur. At the meeting, Kumar reviewed the designs submitted by the consultancy firm and instructed officials to explore construction under public-private partnership (PPP), hybrid annuity model (HAM), and engineering procurement and construction (EPC) modes. "The goal is to ensure ease of transport for citizens with modern and well-equipped terminals. Whichever model best ensures quality and timely delivery will be considered," Kumar said. In Ranchi, the ISBT will span 33.51 acres and include 14 alighting bays, 21 intercity, 18 interstate, and 15 intracity bus bays, along with parking for over 1,300 vehicles. Jamshedpur's ISBT will be developed over 10.7 acres with similar modern facilities, including food courts, waiting lounges, and workshops. Kumar said 60% of land at both terminals should remain open, with planned landscaping and tree plantations. "The terminals must include high-quality waiting areas and all essential passenger amenities," he added. For the Ranchi water supply project , Kumar emphasised speedy completion of the ongoing 213 million litres per day (MLD) water treatment plant (WTP) at Rukka and the laying of clear rising main pipelines. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Under the multi-phase plan, Ranchi will be supplied water through 129 km of new pipelines. Phase 1 involves 21.08 km, phase 2A includes 63.93 km, and phase 2B covers 44.12 km. So far, 75 km is complete. The WTP at Rukka will cater to the growing demand of the city and ensure round-the-clock water supply.
