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Indian Express
27-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Chandigarh's Tribune Chowk flyover project's revised Rs 240-crore estimate gets Centre's nod
The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has granted in-principle approval for a revised project estimate of Rs 240 crore for the construction of the Tribune Chowk flyover, officials confirmed. The clearance came during a high-level meeting between officials from the Ministry and the Union Territory Administration held in New Delhi. The approval allows the Chandigarh Administration to proceed with issuing a fresh tender for the project, which had been stalled for several years. According to officials, once the contract is awarded, construction is expected to take 16 to 18 months. Originally approved by the Ministry on February 11, 2019, the Tribune Chowk project was sanctioned at an estimated cost of Rs 183.74 crore, and work was awarded shortly after, on February 19, 2019. The project includes the construction of a 1.6-kilometre six-lane flyover, along with a rotary and an underpass, aimed at decongesting the ever-busy Tribune intersection. The flyover is planned to start about 200 metres after the GMCH-32 roundabout, crossing over Tribune Chowk on National Highway-5, and extending up to 300 metres beyond the existing railway overbridge on Dakshin Marg. Once completed, the elevated road is expected to significantly ease vehicular pressure at the Tribune Chowk, which currently handles a daily traffic volume of more than 1.43 lakh vehicles, including over 1.35 lakh passenger car units (PCUs). The project, however, faced delays due to environmental concerns. In response to a petition filed by the Run Club, the Punjab and Haryana High Court had imposed a stay on the felling of nearly 700 trees required for construction along the Dakshin and Purv Marg corridors. This stay, granted on November 20, 2019, effectively stalled progress for several years. A turning point came on May 1 this year, when the High Court lifted the stay. Following the court's green signal and taking into account updated construction rates and inflation, the UT Engineering Department submitted a revised cost estimate of Rs 245 crore to the Ministry in May. The Centre's approval of Rs 240 crore clears the way for long-awaited progress on the project. With fresh tenders expected shortly, the Tribune Chowk flyover is now poised to move from the drawing board to execution — offering long-term traffic relief and improved connectivity between Zirakpur and Chandigarh once completed.
Business Upturn
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Sea of youth volunteers turn up 7 hours early in Chandigarh, pledge to serve the nation in Civil Defence drive
In a remarkable show of patriotism and civic responsibility, thousands of young volunteers in Chandigarh turned up nearly seven hours before the scheduled reporting time for the Civil Defence Volunteer training program organised by the Union Territory Administration. The event, initially slated to begin at 12:15 PM on Saturday at Tagore Theatre, witnessed such a massive turnout that authorities had to shift a large number of participants to Tiranga Ground in Sector 17 to accommodate the overflow. Despite the intense summer heat and no formal duty assignments, the youth remained energetic and enthusiastic throughout the day. Loud chants of 'Vande Mataram' and 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' filled the air as volunteers responded with thunderous 'High, Sir!' when asked, 'How's the Josh?' by officials. #WATCH | Chandigarh | A local, Karan Chopra says, "I am ready to give my life for India. We have filed the form; we are ready to do whatever is expected from us…" — ANI (@ANI) May 10, 2025 The training session focused on basic emergency preparedness, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first-aid techniques, how to evacuate injured persons, and basic fire safety measures. This initiative is part of a broader civil defence effort to equip citizens, especially youth, with life-saving skills amid growing border and internal security tensions. Many of the participants expressed a deep desire to contribute meaningfully to the nation's safety. Punjab Governor and UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria, who visited Tiranga Ground to witness the energy firsthand, praised the youth's commitment. 'This overwhelming participation is proof that India's youth is ready—not just in words, but in spirit and action—to serve the country when called upon,' he said. The event has become a symbol of national unity and a reminder that in times of uncertainty, India's young citizens are prepared to rise to the occasion—long before they're even asked. Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
