Several development projects to see the light of day this year in Amritsar
The city is looking head in 2025 for the completion of various projects including Rigo bridge, Integrated command and control centre (ICCC), under construction flyover bridges, indoor sports complex Gol Bagh and automated parking lot in Karion Market. The pending projects of Samrt City are also expected to see the light of the day in 2025. Though, the incumbent government has failed to announce any major development project in past years, the residents are upset over long delay in the completion of ongoing project. The residents are expecting that after jumping several deadlines now these projects will be completed in this year.
The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has constructing flyover bridges on three locations around the city. The work at Daburji is almost completed whereas the construction has been stopped at Vallah and Loharka Road on bypass. Recently Deputy Commissioner held a meeting with the administrative officers NHAI and reviewed the ongoing works and directed the officers to expedite the work of the National Highway at Loharka Road, Tangra, Manawala. These projects are hanging in fire for three years.
Rego bridge
The railway authorities demolished the 118-year-old dilapidated bridge, a relic of the British era, and constructing a new one in its place. The bridge, which has exceeded its intended lifespan of 100 years, is in a state of disrepair and is long overdue for replacement. The new bridge, estimated to cost Rs 50 crore, will be constructed within a span of two years. The existing two-lane bridge will be replaced with a four-lane structure, which will provide significant relief to city dwellers.
The upgraded bridge, known as the New Rego Bridge, will greatly improve the city’s traffic system, which is currently plagued by congestion. With the additional two lanes, traffic flow is expected to become smoother, reducing travel time and frustration for commuters. Once the new bridge is completed, however, the city’s traffic woes are expected to ease significantly.
Sports Complex at Saktari
The under construction indoor and outdoor sports complex at Saktari Bagh is almost complete and is expected to be inaugurated soon. This comprehensive sports facility, developed by the Amritsar Improvement Trust, offers an impressive array of 20 different games and activities. Catering to people of all ages and backgrounds, the complex provides an inclusive space for individuals to engage in their favorite sports and games. From children to teenagers, youth, adults, and seniors, everyone can find something to play here. The project was initially approved during the Akali-BJP government’s tenure, but progress was too slow. The sports complex will offer an extensive range of indoor and outdoor games.
ICCC project
Though the Smart City authorities have failed to meet several deadline to set up the Integrated Command Control Centre (ICCC), but now the installation of CCTVs and other infrastructure has been done and it can be made operational anytime. Now, the government needs to decide when it wants to inaugurate it. In October 2022, the Amritsar Smart City Limited initiated the ICCC project, which aims to establish a state-of-the-art surveillance system with 1,168 CCTV cameras installed at 409 locations across the city. The Rs 91 crore project includes 50 face detection cameras, 10 LED screens and a public alert system at 50 chowks.
Automated car parking
The construction of a multi-storey automatic modern car parking started in March 2023 and it is being expected that work would be completed in this year. A total of five storey (a basement and four floors) car parking is being constructed with a capacity of 325 cars and 70 two-wheelers. The parking stand will be constructed at a cost of Rs 53 crore.
