Punjab scores a major win from the Union Government with approvals for two crucial rail overbridges in Doraha and Dhuri. Ravneet Singh Bittu, Minister of State for Railways, shared the exciting news via a post on X, describing the move as a game-changer for regional infrastructure.
Pending for years amid political delays despite persistent public agitations, these projects have finally received priority clearance. Beyond mere road links, Bittu noted, they will turbocharge economic activity and resolve longstanding mobility woes.
Ludhiana’s Doraha will see a Rs 70 crore ROB at level crossing 164A along the busy Ambala-Ludhiana line. Train passages currently force prolonged gate shutdowns, spawning epic traffic pile-ups and commuter frustration. The bridge will eliminate these bottlenecks, boosting efficiency and safety.
Sangrur’s Dhuri gets a Rs 54 crore structure in the Bathinda non-interlevel zone, with designs already approved. Gate closures here sever the town, causing multi-hour gridlocks that cripple education, commerce, and routines—affecting more than a lakh residents. Relief is imminent.
With a combined outlay of Rs 124 crore, the ROBs represent a strategic push to modernize Punjab’s transport network. Expect ripple effects: thriving businesses, faster commutes, and safer roads. The Centre’s proactive step signals robust support for the state’s developmental aspirations, as Bittu celebrated with the people.
