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Bihar is set to unveil its first underground pedestrian subway near Patna Junction, marking a significant urban infrastructure milestone. The project, initiated by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, aims to streamline traffic flow and enhance pedestrian connectivity. Featuring advanced facilities like travellators, escalators, and lifts, the subway will transform commuter experience in the city. The infrastructure represents a strategic step towards modernizing Patna's urban landscape.

Key Points: Nitish Kumar's First Bihar Pedestrian Subway Transforms Patna

  • First underground pedestrian subway in Bihar
  • 440-metre infrastructure with advanced travellators
  • Designed to decongest Patna Junction area
  • Multi-Modal Hub integration for seamless transit
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Bihar's first pedestrian subway nears completion in Patna: Minister

Revolutionary underground subway near Patna Junction set to ease traffic and enhance urban mobility under Smart City initiative

"This subway will become a symbol of Patna's modernisation - Nitin Nabin, Road Construction Minister"

Patna, May 3

Bihar's first underground pedestrian subway, currently under construction near Patna Junction, was inspected on Friday by the State Road Construction Minister Nitin Nabin.

The project, being developed under the Smart City initiative, is designed to connect the Multi-Modal Hub near General Post Office, Golambar, to the eastern gate of Mahavir Temple adjacent to the Patna Junction railway station.

The initiative, undertaken at the direction of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, aims to ease congestion and traffic jams caused by vehicle parking around the Patna Junction.

"This is a visionary project initiated by our Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to streamline traffic flow and enhance pedestrian convenience. It is the first of its kind in Bihar," said Minister Nabin during the inspection of the development project.

The 440-metre-long subway will feature four travellators spanning a total of 148 metres, two escalators for seamless vertical movement, two lifts located at key points: one near Mahavir Mandir and the other near the multi-level parking area and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) systems for commuter comfort, installed in Patna, given its underground structure.

Minister Nabin highlighted that vehicles will be parked at the Multi-Modal Hub, thereby decongesting the vicinity of the Patna Junction.

Pedestrians will then use the subway to access the station directly, bypassing busy roads, the Minister said.

The Multi-Modal Hub will also serve as a key transit point with city buses facilitating travel to various parts of Patna, he added.

"This subway will not only improve traffic management but also become a symbol of Patna's modernisation. Once completed, it will be a new identity for the city," Nabin said.

He instructed officials on-site to expedite the remaining work and ensure early completion of the project.

The Bihar government is aiming to complete this project before the upcoming Assembly election scheduled to take place later this year.

It is a dream project of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and he has done the inspection several times in the past as well as directed the officials to expedite the construction works, the Minister said.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
Finally some modern infrastructure in Patna! The area near Patna Junction is always so crowded. Hope they maintain it properly after construction. Our cities need more such smart solutions. 👍
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Priya M.
Good initiative but why only before elections? We need consistent development work, not just when votes are near. The travellators and lifts sound impressive though - hope they work properly!
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Amit S.
As someone who travels through Patna Junction daily, this is much needed! The traffic chaos there is unbearable. Just hope they finish on time and don't leave it half-done like many other projects.
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Sunita R.
Great for pedestrians but what about proper footpaths on roads? First fix basic infrastructure before making fancy subways. Many areas in Patna don't even have proper walking spaces.
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Vikram J.
Hope they've planned for monsoon flooding! Patna's drainage system is terrible and underground structures often get waterlogged. Otherwise it's a waste of taxpayer money.
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Neha T.
Connecting Mahavir Mandir to station is smart - devotees and travelers both will benefit. But please ensure proper security and cleanliness inside subway. Don't want it to become another dirty public space.

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