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This article talks about the upcoming construction of JP Ganga Path Phase 2, which will enhance road connectivity in and around Patna.
Patna is about to see some exciting changes with the start of the JP Ganga Path Phase 2 project. This new road will make travel faster and safer between Patna and nearby areas like Buxar, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bihar. The construction is set to kick off this December, starting from Digha and heading to a new bridge on the Son river near Koilwar.
This project will cover a distance of 35.65 kilometers and is expected to cost around ₹5500 crore. A key feature of this road is that 18 kilometers will be elevated, helping to reduce traffic jams in busy parts of Patna. The Bihar State Road Development Corporation is managing this project, which includes a unique plan where the construction agency will also maintain the road for 15 years.
For the funding, the construction agency will cover ₹3300 crore, while the state government will contribute ₹2200 crore. The government will pay back 60% of this amount, plus interest, over 15 years. This means the agency will have a steady income for maintenance as well.
Work on this project is expected to take about four years to complete. The construction agency has been instructed to start delivering materials to the site soon, so the work can begin without delay.
Once JP Ganga Path Phase 2 is complete, it will significantly improve Patna’s connectivity. The road will link five major Ganga bridges and ease travel to West Bihar and Eastern UP. People will be able to travel from Patna to Buxar at speeds of 100–120 km/hr, making trips to Delhi through the Purvanchal Expressway much easier.
Summary:
- JP Ganga Path Phase 2 construction starts this December in Patna.
- The project will stretch 35.65 km and cost about ₹5500 crore.
- 18 km of the road will be elevated to ease traffic congestion.
- Construction agency will maintain the road for 15 years post-completion.
- Completion is expected in four years, improving connectivity significantly.
