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Time of India
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Gujarat govt sanctions new bridge parallel to collapsed structure in Vadodara
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Days after the Mahisagar river bridge collapse tragedy in Vadodara district, the Gujarat government has approved the construction of a parallel two-lane bridge and approved Rs 212 crore for the project-related vehicles plunged into the Mahisagar river after a segment of the 40-year-old bridge near Gambhira village , connecting Anand and Vadodara districts, collapsed on July death toll rose to 20 on Friday, while the search for a missing person continues, officials said on old bridge near Gambhira village was a key link between central Gujarat and Saurashtra. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Sunday granted administrative approval to the Roads and Buildings Department for the construction of a new bridge near Mujpur connecting Vadodara and Anand government has set a target to build the new structure in 18 months and the tendering process has been initiated, an official release stated.A detailed project report was recently prepared by the R&B Department after a survey."Following the unfortunate collapse of the existing bridge, which disrupted connectivity between central Gujarat and Saurashtra and posed challenges for local commuters and students, the chief minister swiftly approved this new project," it said.R&B Department's superintending engineer NV Rathva said the existing two-lane Mujpur approach road will be expanded to four lanes and widened to seven metres. A 4.2 km stretch from the highway to the bridge will also be expanded to four lanes."The chief minister has approved administrative sanction of Rs 212 crore for these works," he the operation to trace a missing man continued in the Mahisagar river, officials rescue teams were conducting searches with rubber boats and other necessary equipment, he said, adding the wreckage of the small vehicles was also salvaged.
New Indian Express
14-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Gujarat government sanctions new bridge parallel to collapsed structure in Vadodara
AHMEDABAD: Days after the Mahisagar river bridge collapse tragedy in Vadodara district, the Gujarat government has approved the construction of a parallel two-lane bridge and approved Rs 212 crore for the project-related work. Several vehicles plunged into the Mahisagar river after a segment of the 40-year-old bridge near Gambhira village, connecting Anand and Vadodara districts, collapsed on July 9. The death toll rose to 20 on Friday, while the search for a missing person continues, officials said on Sunday. The old bridge near Gambhira village was a key link between central Gujarat and Saurashtra. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Sunday granted administrative approval to the Roads and Buildings Department for the construction of a new bridge near Mujpur connecting Vadodara and Anand districts. The government has set a target to build the new structure in 18 months and the tendering process has been initiated, an official release stated. A detailed project report was recently prepared by the R&B Department after a survey. "Following the unfortunate collapse of the existing bridge, which disrupted connectivity between central Gujarat and Saurashtra and posed challenges for local commuters and students, the chief minister swiftly approved this new project," it said. R&B Department's superintending engineer NV Rathva said the existing two-lane Mujpur approach road will be expanded to four lanes and widened to seven metres. A 4.2 km stretch from the highway to the bridge will also be expanded to four lanes. "The chief minister has approved administrative sanction of Rs 212 crore for these works," he said. Meanwhile, the operation to trace a missing man continued in the Mahisagar river, officials said. The rescue teams were conducting searches with rubber boats and other necessary equipment, he said, adding the wreckage of the small vehicles was also salvaged.
The Hindu
22-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Speed up work on ongoing R&B projects: Komatireddy
Hyderabad Roads & Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy has directed officials to accelerate ongoing construction works under the R&B Department, especially those nearing completion and ready for public use. The Minister said that the R&B Department carries major responsibilities and urged officers to prioritise and finish critical infrastructure projects swiftly. Mr. Venkat Reddy reviewed the progress of works taken up by the department with senior officials on Sunday. The Minister inquired about the status of pending Integrated District Office Complexes (IDOCs) in Adilabad, Warangal, Mulugu, Narayanpet and Karimnagar districts. Officials brought to his notice the issue of pending payment of bills. He wanted officials to ensure completion of IDOCs in Warangal and Mulugu, which were in final stages, so that they were kept ready for inauguration. Referring to the rail-over-bridges, he specifically wanted the completion of Madhavnagar ROB in Nizamabad at the earliest. Officials were directed to focus on the construction of medical colleges and TIMS that were in the final stages of completion. Emphasising the need for quality road infrastructure, he cited Greater Hyderabad, which witnessed movement of over 91 lakh vehicles every day calling for the need for high quality road infrastructure in both urban and rural parts of the State. The Minister assured that he would discuss and resolve pending bills of contractors and work agencies with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka.
Hans India
29-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Rs 3.5 cr bridge, road repair works launched
Gadwal: Major infrastructure development works have commenced in the Alampur constituency with the launch of bridge culvert repairs and BT (blacktop) road restoration, aimed at improving transport and safety for the public. The initiative, supported by MLA Sri Vijayudu and the MLC, is being implemented with a substantial funding of Rs 3.5 crore. The repair works cover the dilapidated bridge culverts near the Dargah area on the Aiza–Kurnool road, falling under Aiza Municipality limits, along with 6 kilometers of BT road which had deteriorated due to prolonged usage and lack of maintenance. During his inspection of the site, MLA Vijayudu expressed concerns over the current condition of the culverts and roads, stating that the damaged infrastructure could cause major disruptions to the movement of heavy vehicles and daily commuters. He emphasized the urgency of completing the works swiftly and directed the R&B Department officials – AE Altaf, DE Subhash, and contractor Nagayya Naidu – to carry out the repairs with quality and speed. 'The bridge culverts are in a critical state. If not addressed immediately, they could pose serious risks to public safety and transport. The sanctioned funds must be utilized efficiently to ensure that the road is made fully functional at the earliest,' said MLA Vijayudu during his visit. The inspection program was also attended by several BRS Party leaders and local representatives. The launch of these infrastructure improvements marks a significant step toward better road connectivity and public convenience in the Alampur region. Local residents and travelers are expected to benefit greatly from the upgraded infrastructure, which is poised to enhance transport efficiency and safety in the area.
