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Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Ram Setu footbridge project in Prayagraj gathers pace
Prayagraj: The long-awaited dream of a footbridge named Ram Setu over the Yamuna River in Prayagraj is now closer to becoming a reality. A joint survey conducted by the officials of the Municipal Corporation and Setu Nigam has paved the way for the preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR), which will soon be submitted to the state govt. The proposed project aims to ease access for tourists visiting key religious and historical locations near the riverbanks. According to officials, the upcoming bridge will be exclusively for pedestrians and approximately five metres wide. The estimated cost of the project is over Rs 400 crore, and the construction is expected to span four years. If all approvals are received in time and the budget is allocated, the foundation stone for Ram Setu is likely to be laid between November and December this year. The bridge will begin from Yamuna Bank Road and end a few metres from Shivalaya Park, a location close to several significant religious landmarks, including Triveni Pushp and various temples. This initiative is part of the broader plan to boost religious tourism in the city and provide better infrastructure for pilgrims and visitors. The name Ram Setu has been proposed by Mayor Ganesh Kesarwani, who sent a formal proposal to Setu Nigam earlier this year in January. The name holds symbolic importance, as it retraces the mythological journey of Lord Ram during his exile. It is believed that Lord Ram, accompanied by Sita and Lakshman, crossed the Yamuna near Prayagraj during their journey from Ayodhya to Chitrakoot via Shringverpur Dham and the ashram of Bhardwaj Muni. "Tourist movement is increasing significantly in the area. Religious sites such as Shivalaya Park and Triveni Pushp are drawing more footfall. This bridge will provide seamless access and enhance the visitor experience," said Mayor Ganesh Kesarwani. "The survey is complete, and we are committed to starting construction at the earliest possible." Chief engineer of the Municipal Corporation, Dinesh Chandra Sawan confirmed that a joint committee has been formed to oversee the planning and construction. "The DPR and design will soon be prepared by Setu Nigam. This bridge will not only serve functional needs but also stand as a symbol of cultural and spiritual heritage," he said.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
4-lane Ganga Path to ease traffic woes
Kanpur: To alleviate the rising traffic pressure on VIP road and to further the development of the City, the authorities have formulated an ambitious plan to construct a 4-lane Ganga Path road, stretching approximately 9 kms from the proposed new bridge at Shuklaganj to Atal Ghat. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The route is set to be linked to the RiverFront, following the model of Patna Ganga Path. Divisional commissioner K Vijayendra on Friday instructed the officials of the Bridge Corporation to prepare a detailed project report (DPR) for this initiative. The commissioner said that a team comprising members from the public works department, irrigation department, Setu Nigam, KDA and Kanpur Municipal Corporation, led by coordinator Neeraj Srivastava, had recently visited the Patna Ganga Path RiverFront Project to examine its multifaceted features. Following their visit, the committee has compiled suitable recommendations for the Kanpur project and forwarded a proposal to the government, aligning with provisions such as those of NGT. This proposal forms part of the submissions under 'Vision 2050'. As part of the ongoing government review, the task of preparing the DPR has now been assigned to Setu Nigam, coordinated by Neeraj Srivastava. For effective preparation of the DPR, Neeraj Srivastava is set to draw on insights from Bihar State Path Vikas Nigam and consultants of Patna Ganga Path Yojana. The commissioner said that the project would greatly enhance the City's traffic system and contribute to its beautification and tourism.
