7 months ago
Roads to Connect Bhogapuram Airport by June
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Development Authority (VMRDA) are building new roads to connect the Bhogapuram International Airport.
These roads will help reduce traffic, especially during busy times.
The NHAI is building a big interchange at Savaravalli to connect the airport to NH-16, which should be ready by May or June.
The VMRDA has chosen seven important roads to build first, costing Rs.
175 crore, and they will be finished by May.
Other roads like Gambheeram and Divis Road will also be ready by June.
The government wants to build a six-lane coastal highway to connect the Visakhapatnam Port to NH-16 near Bhogapuram, making it easier to get to the airport.
They are also planning a special flyover with a Metro rail on top and a road below, like the one in Nagpur, to help with traffic.
NHAI and VMRDA are constructing roads to connect Bhogapuram International Airport from different directions.
A major interchange at Savaravalli is being built to connect NH-16 with the airport, expected to be ready by May–June.
Seven strategic roads, costing Rs. 175 crore, are prioritized for completion by May 2024.
Other important roads like Gambheeram and Divis Road are scheduled for completion by June.
The state government plans a six-lane coastal highway connecting Visakhapatnam Port to NH-16 near Bhogapuram for better regional connectivity.
- Who
- National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Development Authority (VMRDA)
- What
- Construction of roads to connect Bhogapuram International Airport
- Where
- Visakhapatnam, India
- When
- Expected completion by May–June 2024
- Why
- To ease traffic situation, enhance connectivity, and provide smoother travel for airport-bound passengers
Key facts
- Organizations Involved
- National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Development Authority (VMRDA)
- Total Cost of Roads
- Rs. 175 crore
- Expected Completion Date
- May–June 2024
- Number of Roads Prioritized
- 7
- Proposed Highway
- Six-lane coastal highway connecting Visakhapatnam Port to NH-16 near Bhogapuram
- Current Beach Road
- Four-lane divided road from Visakhapatnam to Bheemili outskirts
- Proposed Metro-cum-Double-Decker Flyover
- Inspired by Nagpur model, featuring Metro rail on upper deck and four-lane elevated road on lower deck
Quotes
Pranav Gopal
Chairman of the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Development Authority (VMRDA)
“All seven roads costing Rs.175 crore will be completed by May this year”
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