Gujarat's Infrastructure Boost: Chief Minister Approves Over ₹56 Crore for New Four-Lane Bridges in Gondal

In a recent move to enhance urban infrastructure, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has granted preliminary approval for the allocation of ₹56.84 crores for the construction of two new four-lane bridges in Gondal City, Gujarat. These bridges are set to be constructed under the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana near the Panjarapol and Government Hospital Chowk at costs of ₹28.02 crores and ₹28.82 crores respectively.

This strategic development is designed to facilitate smoother traffic flow from Bhavnagar-Atkot to Junagadh and from Ghoghavadar Movia to Junagadh, as well as from Kotda to Jetpur-Junagadh. These new infrastructures are expected to significantly ease the transportation pressures currently faced on these routes, providing a robust solution for both light and heavy vehicular traffic.

Further augmenting the city's infrastructure, Chief Minister Patel has also approved a ₹22.38 crore budget for the renovation of two over-a-century-old bridges on the Gondali River. These heritage structures, built during the royal era, have borne the brunt of heavy traffic and seasonal flooding. The Central Talkies to Government Hospital existing bridge will undergo renovations costing ₹17.90 crores, while the Sardar Bridge near Panjarapol will see a renewal expenditure of ₹4.47 crores.

While the older bridges will continue to cater to light motor vehicles, the heavy and bypass traffic will be redirected to the newly constructed bridges, ensuring efficient traffic management and safety. Chief Minister Patel has directed these projects with a vision of accommodating not just the current population and vehicular demands of Gondal and its surrounding villages and districts but also keeping in mind the prospective growth and development in the coming years.

Notably, the existing old bridges over the Gondali River have been under significant strain due to the heavy traffic from Gondal and neighboring areas. With the onset of heavy rains, these bridges often become non-operational due to overflow, causing considerable disruption and hardship for all vehicular traffic. The new bridges are anticipated to provide a much-needed alternative route, alleviating traffic congestions and enhancing connectivity across the region.