Synopsis: The Karnataka government has started working on the Hebbal Tunnel Project which is going to make a big difference by helping reduce traffic in one of the busiest areas of Bengaluru. Let’s see what the project is about and how it will affect the way people move around.
The Karnataka government has started working on the Hebbal Tunnel Project. Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar laid the foundation stone for this project, the project is meant to reduce congestion at the Hebbal Junction which is one of the busiest places in Bengaluru. The Project will help thousands of people who travel every day between the city centre, North Bengaluru and Kempegowda International Airport.This will also help people get where they need to go without paying any tolls and this project is the long term will be good, for the people who live and work in the area because it will support homes and businesses in the region.
What is the Hebbal Tunnel Project?
The Hebbal Tunnel Project is Bengaluru’s first tunnel road project that aims to reduce traffic at the intersection in the city and improve connectivity between Mehkri Circle, Hebbal, North Bengaluru and Kempegowda International Airport.
The project involves building a 2.18 km, six-lane tunnel which will cost ₹1,139.67 crore. The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) will get it done by Rithwik Projects Pvt. Ltd. and they expect it to be finished in 18 months.
The Karnataka government says the tunnel will be free to use and confirmed that no private land acquisition is needed which will help speed up construction.The Project will greatly help traffic flow from Mehkri Circle, Hebbal, North Bengaluru to Kempegowda International Airport.
Which Areas Could Benefit the Most?
The Hebbal Tunnel Project will not fix all of Bengaluru’s traffic problems by itself, however it is going to make a big difference for people who travel through Hebbal and to Kempegowda International Airport. This is part of a bigger plan which includes projects, like Namma Metro Blue Line, Suburban Rail and the Satellite Town Ring Road.These projects will help people get around the city easily and will also make North Bengaluru an attractive place to live and work and invest in.
