Greater Rourkela's ambitious road plan: Connecting ‘Industry and Opportunity’
Published By : Satya Mohapatra | November 4, 2024 9:55 AM
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Rourkela, Odisha's industrial powerhouse, is on the cusp of a major infrastructure transformation. As the city expands and the concept of "Greater Rourkela" takes shape, a network of new roadways is being envisioned to connect key industrial areas and boost economic growth. At the forefront of this push is a proposed outer ring road, encircling the Greater Rourkela Metropolitan Area and serving as a vital link in the region's development.
This ambitious plan has gained momentum with local MP Durga Charan Tanti urging Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to conduct a survey for the outer ring road project. Tanti emphasized the importance of this roadway in expediting the growth of Greater Rourkela, with the Rourkela Smart City at its core.
Sachetan Nagarik Manch (SNM), a prominent civic organization, has also voiced its support for the outer ring road. In a detailed memorandum to Gadkari, SNM presidentBimal Kumar Bisi outlined a comprehensive vision for the project. The proposed route would connect vital industrial and commercial hubs surrounding Rourkela, including Kalunga, Kansbahal, Rajgangpur, Birmitrapur, and several others. This strategic connectivity would not only ease traffic congestion within Rourkela city but also facilitate the seamless movement of goods and people, fostering economic activity and industrial growth.
Beyond the outer ring road, the memorandum also proposes key improvements to existing national highways and the development of new expressways:
NH-320D Realignment: To alleviate traffic bottlenecks within Rourkela, a 20 km realignment of NH-320D is suggested, bypassing the city center and connecting Bondamunda to Cutting Chowk on NH-143.
Triangular Expressway: An upgrade of NH-320D, extending it from Rourkela to Tatanagar via Chakradharpur in Jharkhand, is proposed. This would create a triangular expressway connecting Rourkela, Tatanagar, and Ranchi, further enhancing regional connectivity and trade.
Steel Corridor Expressway: In line with the Union Railway Minister's vision for a steel corridor connecting mineral-rich districts in the region, a new expressway linking Tatanagar, Rourkela, Sundargarh, Raigarh, and Bilaspur is proposed to stimulate economic growth.
These ambitious road development plans reflect a growing recognition of Sundargarh district's economic potential and the need for robust infrastructure to support its growth. As Rourkela evolves into a major metropolitan area, these strategic road projects will play a crucial role in shaping its future, connecting industries, creating opportunities, and driving progress.
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