Bihar marked a historic step in infrastructure development with the inauguration of its first-ever double-decker flyover. On Wednesday, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the two-tier flyover stretching from Kargil Chowk (Gandhi Maidan) to PMCH and Science College via Ashok Rajpath.

This innovative structure will decongest traffic, especially for those heading toward PMCH and Science College, offering them a direct, jam-free route.

Highlights of the Flyover Project

  • Location: Gandhi Maidan (Kargil Chowk) to PMCH → Science College
  • Structure: Two levels (Tier-I and Tier-II)
  • Connectivity: Both tiers provide direct access to PMCH
  • Use: Public transport, emergency services, and general commuters

Inauguration Day Walkthrough

Post-inauguration, CM Nitish Kumar personally inspected the flyover by traveling from Kargil Chowk to Science College and back. He stopped midway to understand how both tiers integrate with PMCH’s entry points.

Officials explained the smart integration of the double deck with hospital and college roads, ensuring faster access during emergencies and better traffic flow for students and staff.

Why It Matters

This is a first-of-its-kind flyover in Bihar and a symbol of evolving urban infrastructure in the state. It aims to:

  • Reduce travel time significantly on one of Patna’s busiest stretches
  • Boost emergency response times to PMCH
  • Ease congestion on Ashok Rajpath and surrounding areas
  • Modernize Bihar’s capital infrastructure with multi-level connectivity

Did You Know?

The project is part of a broader plan to modernize Patna’s road network with integrated flyovers, smart traffic systems, and multi-tiered urban design.

FAQs

What is a double-decker flyover?

A flyover with two levels—each serving different directions or types of vehicles—enhancing road capacity.

How will this help commuters?

It will drastically reduce congestion and allow quicker access to institutions like PMCH and Science College.

Is this the first in Bihar?

Yes, this is Bihar’s first double-decker flyover, and a model for future projects.

Can both public and private vehicles use the flyover?

Yes, it is accessible to all standard vehicles and includes provisions for emergency transit.

What are Tier-I and Tier-II in the flyover?

They are the two separate lanes on different heights designed for optimized traffic flow and institutional access.