The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has released a major update regarding the construction of the Danapur-Bihta elevated road. The deadline for completing this ambitious project has been pushed forward. Officials confirmed this week that the new target date for completion is June 2027. Previously, the plan was to finish the work by September 2026. This road is a crucial part of the Patna-Buxar 4-lane project which aims to reduce travel time significantly.
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Current Status of Construction Work
NHAI Project Director Arvind Kumar inspected the construction site at Danapur on Wednesday, January 28. During this visit, it was confirmed that 45% of the work has been completed so far. The construction company, Ceigall India Limited, now has the target to finish the remaining 55% of the work by the new deadline. The project started on March 11, 2024.
To ensure quality, a four-member team from RITES is conducting technical audits of the construction on a daily basis. The officials have noted that this extension is necessary to complete the heavy civil works properly. Once finished, this road will provide direct connectivity to IIT Bihta, NIT, and the upcoming Bihta Airport.
Project Cost and Key Features
This project is being described as the longest elevated highway project in the country with a total length of 25.08 km. The construction cost for the elevated portion is approximately ₹1,969.39 crore. The central government is bearing the construction cost, while the Bihar government is paying for land acquisition.
- Total Length: 25.08 km (approx 18 km elevated).
- Tunnel: A 600-meter tunnel will be built for entry into Bihta Airforce Station.
- Ramps: New ramps will connect Danapur Railway Station, Shivala More, and Bihta-Sarmera bypass.
- Bypasses: The route includes bypasses at Neura, Painal, Kanhauli, and Vishunpura.
