UP's New 10km Ganga Bridge Nears Completion, Ends Traffic Woes
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News18•02-01-2026, 21:00
UP's New 10km Ganga Bridge Nears Completion, Ends Traffic Woes
- •Uttar Pradesh is constructing a 10 km, 6-lane cable bridge over the Ganga river, connecting Prayagraj to Phaphamau.
- •The project aims to eliminate hours-long traffic jams on the old 2-lane bridge, easing daily commute for thousands.
- •Costing approximately 2000 crore rupees, the bridge uses cable technology and fly ash for strength and cost-efficiency.
- •Construction by SP Singla Construction Private Limited began in 2020 and is estimated to finish by May-June 2026.
- •It will serve as a vital gateway to Prayagraj, handling 35-40 thousand vehicles daily and improving traffic during events like Kumbh.
Why It Matters: New 6-lane Ganga bridge in UP promises to end severe traffic congestion and boost connectivity by 2026.
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