Strengthening of Roshnabad-Kudkawala-Biharigarh Motor Road (SH 27) from Chainage 21.000 to 31.300 using DBM/BC.

Location

The project is located in District Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The specific stretch for strengthening is from Km 22.00 to Km 31.30 of the Roshnabad-Biharigarh Motor Road.

Background and Problem Statement

This motor road is a vital arterial route that starts from the District Headquarters, Roshnabad, and terminates at Biharigarh on National Highway 307. It serves as a crucial alternative route during major religious events in Haridwar, such as the Kumbh Mela, Kanwar Mela, and major bathing festivals (Snan Parv). It is heavily used by pilgrims coming from Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab.

The specific section from Chainage 21.000 to Chainage 31.300 has a highly damaged surface ("satah atyadhik kshatigrast hai"), necessitating immediate improvement and strengthening to handle the heavy pilgrim and commuter traffic.

Project Concept and Need

The project is conceived to rehabilitate and strengthen the damaged 10.30 km stretch of this important road. The primary objective is to ensure a smooth and safe alternative route for pilgrims and tourists avoiding the main highway congestion, especially during festivals. Strengthening this road is essential to maintain connectivity between the district headquarters and the National Highway network.

Key Components and Features

The project involves the strengthening of the road using Dense Bituminous Macadam (DBM) and Bituminous Concrete (BC).

Total Road Length: 32.30 km.
Proposed Length: 10.30 km (covering Km 22.00 to 31.30).
Traffic Volume: The road supports a high traffic volume of 6121 PCU and 644 CVPD.
Lane Configuration: The work involves strengthening the road as a 1.5 Lane carriageway ("Dedh Lane").

Beneficiaries and Coverage

The beneficiaries are vast and diverse, including:

Pilgrims: Millions of devotees from UP, Haryana, and Punjab visiting Haridwar for Kumbh and Kanwar melas.
District Administration: Officials and public accessing the District Headquarters at Roshnabad.
Local Residents: Communities living along the 32 km stretch.

Expected Benefits and Outcomes

Disaster/Crowd Management: Provides a critical alternative route to decongest Haridwar city during mega-events like Kumbh Mela.
Improved Ride Quality: The application of DBM/BC will resolve the issue of the damaged surface, ensuring a smooth ride.
Regional Connectivity: Strengthens the link between Haridwar district headquarters and the interstate highway network (NH-307).

Current Status of the Project

The estimated cost for the project is ₹766.55 Lakhs. The proposal addresses the urgent need to repair the damaged surface.

Implementation Plan / Next Steps

The project aims for the strengthening of the identified stretch. Following administrative approval of the estimate, the department will proceed with the tendering process to execute the DBM and BC works.

Conclusion

The strengthening of the Roshnabad-Biharigarh Motor Road is a high-priority project for disaster management and pilgrim facilitation in Haridwar. By restoring this strategic alternative route, the project will significantly enhance the district's capacity to manage heavy tourist influxes while providing robust connectivity for local administration and residents.

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