Archive · 6 Jan 2026
Mamata lays foundation for Rs 1,670-crore Sagar Island bridge
Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, started building a big bridge called Gangasagar Setu.
This bridge will connect Sagar Island to the mainland.
Right now, people can only go to the island by ferry, which can be very crowded, especially during a big festival called Gangasagar Mela.
The bridge will cost Rs 1,670 crore and is expected to be finished in two to three years.
A company called Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T) will build it.
This bridge will make it easier for people to visit the island, especially during the festival.
However, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari says the project lacks necessary clearances and land acquisition, calling it a pre-election stunt.
He suggests a different type of bridge is needed to avoid hampering vessel movement.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee laid the foundation stone for the 5 km Gangasagar Setu bridge.
The bridge will provide all-weather road connectivity to Sagar Island, currently only accessible by ferry.
The bridge is expected to cost Rs 1,670 crore and will be built by Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T).
The project is expected to be completed within two to three years.
The bridge aims to ease pilgrim traffic during the annual Gangasagar Mela, which attracts lakhs of visitors.
- Who
- West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari
- What
- Laid the foundation stone for a 5 km bridge and criticized the project's feasibility
- When
- Monday, January 5
- Where
- Sagar Island, West Bengal
- Why
- To provide all-weather road connectivity to Sagar Island and ease pilgrim traffic during the Gangasagar Mela, with opposing views on the project's feasibility and timing
West Bengal Government
BJP Leader Suvendu Adhikari
Project Feasibility
West Bengal Government
The government claims it has the necessary plans and will complete the project within two to three years.
BJP Leader Suvendu Adhikari
Adhikari claims the project lacks mandatory clearances from the Centre and no land has been acquired for approach roads.
Project Announcement Timing
West Bengal Government
The government asserts it is fulfilling a long-standing demand and will fund the project itself.
BJP Leader Suvendu Adhikari
Adhikari alleges the announcement is a pre-election stunt and questions the government's sincerity.
Bridge Design
West Bengal Government
The government plans a four-lane bridge to connect the island to the mainland.
BJP Leader Suvendu Adhikari
Adhikari suggests a vertical lift facility bridge, like the Pamban Rail Bridge, is necessary to avoid hampering vessel movement.
- Bridge Name
- Gangasagar Setu
- Bridge Length
- 5 km
- Bridge Cost
- Rs 1,670 crore
- Construction Company
- Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T)
- Expected Completion Time
- 2-3 years
- Current Access Method
- Ferry services
- Annual Event
- Gangasagar Mela
- Significance
- Connects Sagar Island to mainland
- Location
- Between Lot 8 at Kakdwip on the mainland and Kachuberia on the island
- Project Funding
- State government
Sources
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Trinamool vs BJP Over Rs 1,670-Crore Bridge In Bengal's Sagar Island
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