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Lucknow’s new flyover slashes Sitapur-Ayodhya Road travel time to 20 minutes; see pics

Last updated on - Feb 14, 2025, 14:40 IST
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Munshipulia to Khurramnagar

An aerial view of the flyover from Munshipulia to Khurramnagar, built at a cost of Rs 267 crore. (Photo credit: Manoj chhabra/TNN)

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Operational for public use

The flyovers, which is already open to vehicles but has not been formally inaugurated, will benefit over 7 lakh commuters.

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Sitapur-Ayodhya in 20 mins

It will reduce the travel time from Sitapur Road Highway to Ayodhya Road Highway to just 20 minutes.

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Bow-arch flyover design

Designed with a bow-shaped arch, the flyover will also help reduce congestion in Khurramnagar, Jankipuram, Vikasnagar, Sector 25, and Bandha Road

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Key junctions connection

The flyover will also improve connectivity to key routes like Polytechnic flyover, Munshi Pullia, Engineering College flyover, and IIM Road flyover.


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Construction began March 23, 2022

Construction began on March 23, 2022, with Rs 180 crore budget, but a 900-meter extension to connect Jagrani Hospital and Vikasnagar Mini Stadium raised the cost to Rs 267 crore.


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Four-lane flyover

The Munshipulia flyover, spanning 1,860 metres, was constructed at a cost of nearly Rs 170 crore and has four lanes.

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Reflectors for safety

PWD has installed streetlights, view cutters, and reflectors to enhance safety.

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