Gurgaon – The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has unveiled plans to construct four new foot overbridges (FOBs) across the city to alleviate traffic congestion and ensure safe pedestrian crossings. This ambitious project is set to be undertaken in collaboration with private companies under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program and independently by the GMDA.
Key Locations for Foot Overbridges
A senior GMDA official disclosed plans for the construction of a FOB on Old Delhi Gurugram Road, directly opposite the Maruti Suzuki factory’s main gate. This FOB aims to facilitate the safe movement of the numerous company workers and pedestrians who cross this busy road daily. The FOB will feature modern amenities such as escalators and is expected to cost between ₹5-6 crore.
Additional FOBs are proposed in front of Medanta Hospital and along Golf Course Road under CSR initiatives. However, the Medanta Hospital proposal has not yet received a positive response. Meanwhile, a FOB on Golf Course Road is already in progress under CSR.
Impact on Pedestrian Safety
The Old Delhi Gurugram Road, a crucial connector between Old Gurugram and Palam Vihar, sectors 22, 21, 23, Dwarka in Delhi, and surrounding areas, is known for its daily congestion. Thousands of Maruti workers residing in nearby colonies and villages such as Mollahera, Dundahera, Noble Enclave, and sectors 21, 22, 23 cross this road to reach their workplace.
Sanjay Sharma, a resident of sector 23, welcomed the decision, stating, “Constructing an FOB in front of the Maruti Suzuki factory gate is a welcome move as heavy congestion occurs when shifts end daily at this location.”
GMDA’s Broader Plans
Apart from the specific locations mentioned, the GMDA has decided to construct FOBs at four additional locations: Sheetla Mata temple, Sector 14 market, Sohna Road, and Millennium City metro station. These FOBs, costing around ₹16 crore, will also be equipped with facilities such as escalators to enhance pedestrian safety and convenience.
An FOB is also being built at Narsinghpur on the Delhi Gurugram Expressway to facilitate pedestrian movement. “Once these infrastructures are in place, pedestrians will be able to cross these busy roads safely,” the official said.
Community and Corporate Involvement
Despite the plans, a spokesperson for Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) clarified that MSIL is not contributing to the construction of the proposed FOB opposite their factory.
Conclusion
The GMDA’s initiative to build these foot overbridges is a significant step towards improving pedestrian safety and reducing traffic congestion in Gurgaon. As the city continues to grow, such infrastructure projects are essential to ensure the smooth and safe movement of both vehicles and pedestrians.
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