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The long-pending Kumarichantha flyover project has resumed after the district administration stepped in to address safety concerns and ease tensions with local traders and residents. Construction had stalled earlier due to protests over the flyover's design. NHAI has decided to continue with its original three-pillar structure, citing technical feasibility, despite demands for a wider five-pillar layout. Following discussions led by the district collector, police security was assured and work restarted. The contractor has completed piling and begun preparations for major construction. The 800-metre flyover is expected to reduce traffic congestion and accidents at the busy Kumarichantha junction and is estimated to cost around INR 22 crore.
The long-stalled Kumarichantha flyover project has restarted after the district administration assured tight police security and coordinated discussions among NHAI officials, traders, and local political representatives. The halt was caused by strong protests earlier this year, which highlighted local resistance to the original design. Advertisement
NHAI has retained its initial plan for a three pillar flyover with 20 metre spans and retaining walls on either side. Locals and traders had argued for a five pillar design with 30 metre spacing, saying it would allow more open space beneath the flyover, improve shop visibility, and make access to goods easier. They also warned that the narrower gaps in the current plan would increase congestion under the structure.
Work restarted after district collector Anu Kumari intervened, facilitating dialogue between stakeholders. According to NHAI sources, the contractor has mobilized workers, completed piling, and is preparing for the next stage of major construction. A senior NHAI official noted that the administration had given full support to proceed and emphasized that the original plan was the only technically viable option.
The 800 metre flyover aims to ease growing traffic congestion and reduce accidents at Kumarichantha junction. The structure includes approach roads, a retaining wall reaching up to 15 metres in some stretches, and elevated roadways about 5.5 metres above ground. The estimated cost of the project is around INR 22 crore.
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