Two flyovers from Narendra Nagar bridge to Dighori flyover (on Umred Road) had their ground-breaking ceremony last August. Construction of one of these flyovers has already started, A news article in your esteemed ‘The Hitavada’ published recently raised the question on the necessity of these flyovers. As we talk about the development, we must take into account its dual impact on the environment and small businesses.

 

Like any technology or law, these flyovers will have pros and cons. Living in a big city, we often overlook the struggles of smaller towns along national highways, where markets, petrol pumps and businesses suffering to the great extent. Those who are questioning the need of these flyovers should travel on these roads between 4 pm and 9 pm to understand the gravity of the situation.

 

I also initially opposed the flyover at Buldi and felt that it was superfluous activity but after experiencing the traffic and congestion at Jhansi Rani Square, I realized my mistake. With a increasing population, accidents, vehicles and industrialisation, it’s an exigent need to create basic infrastructure to attract investments and large industries to the city. Ignoring the importance of flyovers will not be prudent.