MP Aujla flags severe Airport Road congestion, writes to Gadkari

Amritsar MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla has written to Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, highlighting the persistent traffic congestion on the stretch from the Amritsar bypass to Airport Road (NH-1), besides urging him to grant approval for a long flyover as a permanent solution.

Aujla stated that the situation on this route has deteriorated to the point where routine traffic management is no longer effective. Passenger movement to and from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport has risen sharply, with travellers from Punjab as well as neighbouring states relying heavily on this road. As a result, the stretch remains packed with tourist and passenger vehicles throughout the day.

The MP pointed out that the bypass also serves as a major corridor for heavy vehicles, container trucks and commercial transport. Security forces travelling towards the Attari border also use this route, adding to the burden. Additionally, several major schools operate in this belt, with nearly 10,000 to 15,000 students commuting daily. Regular traffic jams, delays and safety concerns have become routine challenges for parents, school buses and local residents.

In his letter, Aujla proposed a continuous flyover beginning from Gumtala, covering the In & Out Bakery junction, the petrol pump turn, and the Loharka Road connection near the new flyover, extending up to the Royal Nursery point. He said segregating through-traffic from local movement would reduce accidents, prevent delays for ambulances and significantly ease congestion.

Aujla has requested the minister to instruct the NH-1 Project Director to conduct an immediate site inspection and prepare a detailed project report. He expressed hope that the ministry would take prompt and positive action on this urgent public demand.