Chandigarh BJP Pushes for Faster Metro Project Completion
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

Chandigarh BJP Pushes for Faster Metro Project Completion

BJP leaders in Chandigarh are pressing for accelerated progress on the city's metro project, urging the minister to speed up the development. The call for urgency comes as delays threaten to extend the project timeline and impact the city's transportation plans.

The metro project, envisioned as a key infrastructure development, aims to ease traffic congestion and improve urban mobility. However, the ongoing delays have raised concerns among local leaders and residents about the timely completion of the project.

Chandigarh BJP officials have highlighted the project's strategic importance for the city's growth and have requested immediate intervention to address the delays. They stress that speeding up the construction will not only benefit daily commuters but also boost economic activity and connectivity in the region.

The minister has been asked to review the current progress and implement measures to overcome the hurdles affecting the project's timeline. The BJP's push reflects a broader demand for enhanced focus on infrastructure development to meet the city's transportation needs and improve the quality of urban life.

BJP leaders in Chandigarh are pressing for accelerated progress on the city's metro project, urging the minister to speed up the development. The call for urgency comes as delays threaten to extend the project timeline and impact the city's transportation plans. The metro project, envisioned as a key infrastructure development, aims to ease traffic congestion and improve urban mobility. However, the ongoing delays have raised concerns among local leaders and residents about the timely completion of the project. Chandigarh BJP officials have highlighted the project's strategic importance for the city's growth and have requested immediate intervention to address the delays. They stress that speeding up the construction will not only benefit daily commuters but also boost economic activity and connectivity in the region. The minister has been asked to review the current progress and implement measures to overcome the hurdles affecting the project's timeline. The BJP's push reflects a broader demand for enhanced focus on infrastructure development to meet the city's transportation needs and improve the quality of urban life.

Next Story
Real Estate

Kolkata’s luxury housing market sees price growth amid mixed trends

A new study by Nklusive reveals that Kolkata’s luxury residential market (Rs 5–10 crore) recorded a 33 per cent year-on-year rise in supply and a 52 per cent increase in sales in calendar year 2024 (CY24). South Kolkata led with 78 per cent of the segment’s supply. The average price rose by 6 per cent—from Rs 17,519 to Rs 18,600 per sq ft—while unsold inventory grew by 15 per cent. Monthly absorption improved from 2 to 3 units.In contrast, the ultra-luxury segment (Rs 10 crore and above) experienced a 17 per cent decline in supply and a 30 per cent fall in sales. Central Kolkata acco..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

New Expressway to Cut Pune-Bengaluru Travel Time by Half

The upcoming Pune-Bengaluru Expressway is expected to significantly improve connectivity and economic opportunities across Maharashtra and Karnataka. This 700-kilometre greenfield, access-controlled highway will cut the travel time between Pune and Bengaluru from 15 hours to just 7 hours, facilitating easier movement for both commuters and businesses. Starting from Bommanal in Karnataka’s Athani Taluk, the expressway will traverse important districts such as Belagavi, Bagalkot, and Jamakhandi. It will then enter Maharashtra at Kanjle, connect with the proposed Pune Ring Road, and pass throug..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

Nagpur’s Koradi Naka to Get Y-Shaped Flyover for Safer, Smoother Traffic

To alleviate traffic congestion and enhance safety at Koradi Naka in Nagpur, a Y-shaped flyover is currently being constructed on National Highway 47. Demolition work has already commenced, with the main construction scheduled to start on June 20, 2025.The project, costing Rs 430.37 billion, involves building a 1,090-meter-long flyover that will connect Farsa, the Mahadula Railway Overbridge (ROB), and Bokhara Road, and will also feature an underpass. The existing structure will be repurposed into a service road to facilitate local traffic.Koradi Naka has been identified as a significant "blac..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?