Widening of Gandhi Road (Sahranpur Chowk to Tehsil Chowk) in District Dehradun.

Location

The project is located in the Dehradun city of District Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The specific stretch for widening is from Saharanpur Chowk to Tehsil Chowk.

Background and Problem Statement

This streach is the part of Dehradun Mussoorie Road (State Highway no 1). The existing road from Saharanpur Chowk to Tehsil chowk having length 1.560 Km is 4 lane . Dehradun Railway Station, Hill Bus station, Aadhat Bazzar and Paltan Bazaar also situated in this streach of road so traffic density is very high. Apart of large influx of pilgrims, tourists and devotees travelling towards Mussoorie and Dehradun intercity, traffic increases significantly, resulting in frequent and prolonged traffic jams in specific stretch.

Project Concept and Need

The 1.560 Km of this stretch is passes through the city which is heavily congested with traffic. This stretch is constantly jammed causing inconvenient to the local public, pilgrims, tourists etc. Widening of the road will reduce the traffic pressure which will ensure safe, smooth and uninterrupted traffic.

Key Components and Features

The project involves the comprehensive widening and strengthening of the road surface using modern bituminous technologies. Key technical components include:

Pavement Strengthening: Application of Dense Bituminous Macadam (DBM) and Bituminous Concrete (BC) to provide a durable and smooth riding surface.
Base Repair: Laying of G.S.B. & Wet mix Macadam (WMM) in widening portion for necessary to stabilize the base.
Drainage and Protection: Construction of KC drains for surface water.
Road Safety : Installation of necessary road furniture, signage, and safety features to ensure safety.
Central Verge : Construction of minimum size devider for saperate both side traffic

High-Impact Features

This project is strategically significant as it directly support the tourism circuit and reduce of traffic jam of the Dehradun to Mussoorie and Dehradun Intercity. It enhances the smooth and safe traffic.

Beneficiaries and Coverage

The direct beneficiaries of this project Along with the local residents, traders, travellers, tourists coming to the Dehradun City also be able to reach their destination in less time.

Expected Benefits and Outcomes

Improved Connectivity: Seamless travel experience for Dehradun Intercity traffic.
Tourism Boost: Enhanced accessibility to the all State is expected to increase tourist footfall.
Economic Growth: Widening and Improvement of road will encourage the development of local shop keepers, hotels and business centres, generating employment for local residents.
Safety: The Widening and Improvement of road and installation of road safety furniture will significantly reduce accident risks.
Local Convenience: Easier and faster commute for the local population to markets and essential services.

Implementation Plan / Next Steps

The implementation is planned under State Sector sanctions. Next steps involve:

Land acquisition work in progress by MDDA.
The registry of the land to be aquired is being done in favour of PWD.
Utility shifting estimate has been received.
Obtaining necessary administrative and financial sanctions.

Conclusion

After widening of the Road the public will get easy, smooth and safe transportation. also will solve the problem of traffic jams and will the reduce the possibility of accidents.

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