Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari and Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav will inaugurate the state’s largest and most advanced flyover on August 23, Saturday, in Jabalpur. With the inauguration of this infrastructure project, Jabalpur city will witness a historic moment that will provide a new form of traffic management and grant it a metropolitan identity. The grand flyover constructed from Madan Mahal to Damoh Naka will prove to be a milestone in the direction of modern urban traffic management and development.
Constructed at an approximate cost of ₹1052 crores, this 6.855-kilometer elevated corridor is not only the largest flyover in Madhya Pradesh but also incorporates several unique features that give it a distinct identity. The biggest technical attraction of this flyover is the 192-meter-long single-span cable-stayed bridge built over the railway line. The project also includes three bow-string bridges—two constructed in the Ranital area and one in the Baldevbagh area. It is noteworthy that all these bridges are entirely made of steel, with each spanning nearly 70 meters in length. Built with modern engineering techniques, this structure presents a unique and inspiring example not just for Jabalpur but for the entire nation.
Special attention has been given to environmental protection in the construction of this flyover. Around 50,000 saplings have been planted beneath it, which will enhance the city’s green cover and help control pollution. Considering public convenience, facilities like a basketball court, open gym, and children’s park have been developed under the flyover. Thus, it will not merely serve as a traffic facility but will also emerge as a hub for community and social activities. In addition, for passenger convenience, 10 directional signboards have been installed to make commuting smoother and more organized.