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Bengaluru's Central Silk Board junction, one of the city's most crowded intersections, is set to see better traffic flow with two new flyover ramps opening by December. These ramps will help reduce congestion and tackle flooding problems caused by stormwater drains. The project is part of a larger effort that includes metro station upgrades and road widening, aiming to improve connectivity between areas like HSR Layout, BTM Layout, and Electronic City. Commuters can expect smoother travel and shorter wait times once the ramps are operational.
The Central Silk Board junction in Bengaluru, recognized as the city's second busiest traffic point after Hebbal, is undergoing infrastructure enhancements. Afcons Infrastructure, the company overseeing the project, has announced that two additional flyover ramps are scheduled for completion by December. These ramps are expected to reduce wait times to zero and address recurring flooding issues caused by the city's stormwater drains, known as rajakaluves. Advertisement
The initiative is part of a larger contract awarded to the Shapoorji Pallonji Group company, which encompasses the construction of five flyover ramps, elevated metro stations along the Outer Ring Road, and road widening at the junction. The ramps are strategically located at the intersection of the Yellow and Blue Metro Lines, covering a total length of 3.2 kilometers. Three ramps (A, B, and C) were opened earlier this year to facilitate smoother movement between Raigudda, BTM, HSR, and Electronic City. The upcoming ramps (D and E) are anticipated to further ease traffic congestion and improve connectivity.
Once operational, vehicles traveling from HSR to BTM will be able to bypass the Silk Board junction entirely, streamlining traffic flow. Flyover D, the fourth in the series, rises to a height of 28 meters and crosses over existing infrastructure, including the Hosur flyover and the double-decker flyover. Despite the limited space between Flyover C, the Silk Board metro station, and Flyover D, the construction team has managed to execute the project with precision, ensuring minimal disruption to existing structures.
Construction activities are conducted during restricted hours, specifically between midnight and 6 a.m., to minimize impact on daily traffic. Afcons Infrastructure is also involved in other significant metro projects, including the 9.8-kilometer elevated section of Bengaluru Metro's Silk Board to KR Puram (Phase 2A) and a 3.6-kilometer stretch of the Pink Line that involves underground tunneling.
A notable challenge faced during these projects was the discovery of an abandoned quarry from the 1970s, filled with medical waste and debris, which extended the project timeline by a couple of months. Despite these challenges, the company aims to complete civil work on the Pink Line by December.
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