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Uttarakhand's Rs 1105 Crore Rishikesh Bypass Gets Green Light to Ease Traffic

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has granted full approval for the four-lane Rishikesh Bypass project at a cost of Rs 1105.79 crore. The 12.67 km bypass will run from Teenpani Flyover to Kharasrote Bridge, passing through Bhattowala and Dhalwala villages. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated the project will drastically reduce congestion, benefiting local residents, Char Dham pilgrims, and tourists. The project is to be completed within three years under the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction mode, with funding from the Government of India's budget.

Key Points: Rishikesh Bypass Project Approved to Reduce Traffic Congestion

  • Rs 1105.79 crore project approved
  • 12.67 km four-lane bypass on NH-7
  • Aims to ease traffic for locals and Char Dham pilgrims
  • Scheduled for completion in three years
  • Funded under Govt of India's 2025-26 budget
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Uttarakhand CM lauds approval for Rishikesh Bypass project, says it will reduce traffic congestion

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami announces approval for a 12.67 km, Rs 1105.79 crore Rishikesh Bypass to ease traffic and aid pilgrims.

"This project will significantly reduce traffic congestion... and provide major convenience to local residents, as well as to pilgrims. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, March 31

The four-lane construction of the Rishikesh bypass has received approval from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways after the continuous follow-up by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.

The Ministry has granted technical, administrative, and financial approval of Rs 1105.79 crore for the significant project, a release said.

This long-awaited project will be developed on National Highway-7, stretching from Teenpani Flyover (km 529.750) to Kharasrote Bridge (km 542.420). The bypass, approximately 12.670 km in length, will pass through Bhattowala and Dhalwala villages and will be executed under the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) mode.

Expressing his satisfaction over the approval, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated that the state government is continuously working to strengthen road connectivity across the region.

He said that upon completion, the Rishikesh Bypass project will significantly reduce traffic congestion, ease frequent jams, and provide major convenience to local residents, as well as to pilgrims undertaking the Char Dham Yatra and tourists visiting the region.

The Chief Minister further said that this project marks an important step towards the overall development of Uttarakhand and improved connectivity.

He reiterated the government's commitment to connecting both remote and urban areas with a strong road network.

According to the Ministry, the initial estimated cost of the project was Rs 1151.18 crore, which was revised to Rs 1139.40 crore, and finally approved at Rs 1105.79 crore.

The project is scheduled to be completed within three years, with no provision for cost or time escalation. Tenders will be invited through an e-tendering process, and all works will be carried out as per the prescribed guidelines.

The expenditure for this project will be covered under the Government of India's budget provisions (GBS) for the financial year 2025-26. The Regional Officer based in Dehradun has been designated as the Drawing and Disbursing Officer (DDO) for the project.

Once completed, the project will significantly improve traffic management in the Rishikesh region, reduce congestion, and give a strong boost to the state's economic growth and tourism development, the release said.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who travels to Rishikesh often for work, this is a game-changer. The current bottleneck affects business and tourism. A 12 km bypass might seem small, but its impact on regional connectivity will be massive. Hope they stick to the 3-year deadline.
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Vikram M
Good step, but I hope the environmental impact on the villages of Bhattowala and Dhalwala is properly assessed. Uttarakhand's ecology is fragile. Development is needed, but not at the cost of our hills and rivers. The authorities must ensure strict compliance with guidelines.
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Priya S
₹1100+ crore is a significant investment. While the project is necessary, I sincerely hope there is no corruption or cost escalation later. "No provision for cost or time escalation" sounds good on paper. Let's see it happen on the ground. Transparency in e-tendering is key.
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Rohit P
This will be a major boost for tourism in Uttarakhand. Easier travel means more people can visit the holy sites and enjoy the natural beauty. Better roads also mean safer travel in the hills. Jai Uttarakhand! 🚗✨
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Karthik V
Connecting remote areas is the real need. While this urban bypass is important, I hope the government's commitment to remote area connectivity, as mentioned by the CM, gets equal priority and budget. The hills need balanced development.

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