Archive · 27 Dec 2025
AMC to restore and expand Subhash Bridge
The Subhash Bridge in Ahmedabad, which has been closed since December 4, 2025 due to cracks, is going to be restored and expanded.
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has planned a project that includes two main phases.
First, the existing bridge will be restored by replacing its superstructure and strengthening its piers.
This phase is expected to take nine months.
Second, new two-lane bridges will be built on both sides of the existing bridge.
This phase will take two years.
The total cost of the project is Rs 250 crore, with the restoration work costing Rs 110 crore.
The project aims to reduce traffic congestion and meet future traffic needs.
The bridge is a vital link connecting the Ranip and Shahibaug areas and has been in use for 52 years.
AMC plans to restore and expand Subhash Bridge with new two-lane bridges on both sides.
The project will be executed in two phases: restoration of the existing bridge and construction of new bridges.
Total estimated cost is Rs 250 crore, with restoration work costing Rs 110 crore.
Restoration phase will take nine months, followed by two years for the new bridges.
The bridge has been closed since December 4, 2025 due to structural issues.
- Who
- Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC)
- What
- Restoration and expansion of Subhash Bridge
- When
- Project to begin soon, restoration in 9 months, new bridges in 2 years
- Where
- Sabarmati River, Ahmedabad
- Why
- To address structural issues and increasing traffic demand
- Bridge Name
- Subhash Bridge
- Location
- Sabarmati River, Ahmedabad
- Current Status
- Closed since December 4, 2025
- Project Cost
- Rs 250 crore
- Restoration Cost
- Rs 110 crore
- Project Phases
- 2 (Restoration and New Bridges)
- Restoration Duration
- 9 months
- New Bridges Duration
- 2 years