The fast-paced progress of Bengaluru’s Tunnel Road Project – from its announcement in early 2024 to cabinet approval a year later, and preparation of the detailed project report of the North-South corridor – has been in stark contrast to other public transport infrastructure projects in the city, such as the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project and the Namma Metro project, both of which have been mired in delays.
Envisioned by Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, the ambitious traffic decongestion project has two planned routes: the North-South corridor connecting Hebbal and Silk Board, and the East-West corridor connecting KR Puram to Nayandahalli.
The implementation of the project will initially focus on the North-South corridor, a 16.74 km-twin tunnel from Esteem Mall in Hebbal to Silk Board KSRP Junction, with intermediate ramps connecting to the main tunnel at Mekri Circle (Palace Ground), Race Course, and Lalbagh. It is expected to reduce travel time from about 90 minutes to 35 minutes, according to the detailed project report by Rodic Consultants Pvt Ltd.
Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Ltd, a special purpose vehicle leading the project, will fund nearly half the project cost (Rs 8,476 crore), with the rest to be borne by a private party. The bidding process is ongoing, with the tender deadline revised twice already.
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