Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inaugurates third phase of Marine Drive in Patna

Patna , 10 Jul 2024 :- The JP Ganga Pathway, also known as the Marine Drive of Patna, is a significant infrastructure project aimed at easing traffic congestion along Ashok Rajpath in Patna, Bihar. On July 10, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the third phase of this project, adding an additional 4.5 km stretch and extending the operational section to Patna Ghat. Currently, the pathway has a 12.5 km operational stretch from Digha to Gaighat, and with the newly inaugurated section, it now extends to Patna Ghat. The total planned length of the pathway is 20.5 km, running from Digha to Malsalami, with 3.5 km of pillar installation and segment fitting still ongoing. This pathway aims to alleviate traffic congestion on Ashok Rajpath, where widening is not feasible due to dense construction on both sides. It provides better access to Patna Sahib Gurudwara via Kangan Ghat and is expected to save travel time for commuters, particularly those coming from the northern side of the city. The first phase, from Digha to Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH), became operational on June 24, 2022, and the second phase, from PMCH to Gaighat, opened on August 14, 2023. With ongoing work on the approach road at Patna Ghat to connect with Ashok Rajpath, the complete pathway, once finished, will significantly enhance the urban transport infrastructure of Patna, providing a modern, efficient route along the Ganga River and boosting local connectivity and economic activities.