The 1.8-km Yelahanka flyover is now expected to be ready by the end of December.
The structure connects Yelahanka police station with Seshadripuram First Grade College Junction on Doddaballapur Main Road and was earlier expected to open in October. (AI image)
The flyover project was awarded in January 2022 and was originally scheduled for completion by July 2023. They say the ongoing work has affected daily travel, with congestion worsening around the Yelahanka signal and usable road space becoming narrower. (AI image) The Yelahanka flyover has seen its completion timeline move from July 2023 to December 2026. Since then, the deadline has been extended several times, including December 2023, December 2024, March 2025, December 2025, May 2026 and September 2026. (AI image) The project has faced delays due to increased vehicular traffic and restrictions on working hours. Because of traffic restrictions, while the movement of heavy machinery also creates challenges. (AI image) Residents and daily commuters in Yelahanka have expressed frustration over the repeated extensions, construction work can be carried out only after 10 pm.
The latest assessment by the Bengaluru North City Corporation puts the practical completion target at the end of December, following a review of pending works. (AI image)
Following the assessment, officials concluded that the practical deadline for completing the flyover is now the end of December. (AI image) According to the Bengaluru North City Corporation, nearly 85% of the physical work on the flyover has been completed. The Bengaluru North City Corporation, along with the contractor, conducted a study of the completed and pending works. Officials have also held a meeting with the contractor and set a strict deadline for finishing the remaining work. (AI image)
