Tired of traffic on Ganga crossings? How Prayagraj's new 6-lane bridge could change journeys towards Lucknow, Ayodhya
The testing process began three days ago and involves placing heavy vehicles on different sections of the bridge to check its structural stability, deflection and load-bearing capacity.
The six-lane bridge spanning the Ganga in Prayagraj, linking Stanley Road with Malak Harhar, is nearing completion and set to enter the testing phase. Authorities have reported initial load testing results to be promising, following three days of rigorous inspections involving significant vehicles on various segments. The testing, scheduled to last another 10 to 15 days until November 10, includes installation of cross barriers and the bridge's completion was declared on September 8 after finishing the road surface and lighting systems.
Once operational, the 9.8-km-long bridge, the first of its kind in Uttar Pradesh, is anticipated to offer an alternate route for commuters heading towards Lucknow, Pratapgarh, Sultanpur and Ayodhya. Alongside the bridge, state-of-the-art traffic-management amenities like CCTV surveillance, an automatic traffic management system and a command centre have been incorporated.
A multi-lane free-flow tolling system is also slated for launch on the Malak Harhar end, promising a smoother journey without the need to stop at traditional toll booths. This infrastructure marvel, costing approximately ₹1,948 crore, is poised to alleviate congestion on existing Ganga bridges, enhance connectivity, and manage traffic during significant religious events like the Kumbh, Mahakumbh and Magh Mela.
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