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Jalandhar to Build 150‑Meter Bridge over Jalalia Drain at Rs 16 Crore
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 06:01 PM
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Construction of a 150‑meter bridge over the Jalalia drain in Jalandhar has begun, with a budget of 16 crore rupees.
The municipal corporation of Jalandhar has inaugurated the construction of a 150‑meter bridge over the Jalalia drain, a key waterway that has long hindered smooth traffic flow in the city.
The project, valued at 16 crore rupees, aims to replace the existing narrow culvert and provide a more robust crossing for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Engineers estimate that the bridge will be completed within 18 months, subject to weather and supply conditions.
Officials said the new structure will improve connectivity between the western and eastern parts of Jalandhar, reducing travel time for commuters and easing congestion during peak hours. The bridge will also incorporate drainage improvements to mitigate flooding during heavy rains.
Work has already begun on site preparation, with foundations laid and preliminary grading underway. The project is expected to create temporary employment opportunities for local workers and support ancillary businesses such as construction material suppliers.
The project, valued at 16 crore rupees, aims to replace the existing narrow culvert and provide a more robust crossing for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Engineers estimate that the bridge will be completed within 18 months, subject to weather and supply conditions.
Officials said the new structure will improve connectivity between the western and eastern parts of Jalandhar, reducing travel time for commuters and easing congestion during peak hours. The bridge will also incorporate drainage improvements to mitigate flooding during heavy rains.
Work has already begun on site preparation, with foundations laid and preliminary grading underway. The project is expected to create temporary employment opportunities for local workers and support ancillary businesses such as construction material suppliers.