Project expected to ensure safer, smoother and accident-free traffic; Chamber of Commerce thanks Speaker Dr Raman Singh
Published on: January 09, 2025
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
In a major boost to urban development and road safety, long-pending proposals for the construction of an underpass and service lanes on National Highway-53 (NH-53) in Rajnandgaon have finally received approval. The decision is being hailed as a landmark step towards making the city’s traffic system safer, smoother and largely accident-free.
With the construction of the proposed underpass and service lanes, a significant reduction in road accidents is expected. The project will enable effective segregation of heavy vehicles and local traffic, ensuring safer movement for residents, traders, students and daily commuters. It is also expected to provide long-awaited relief from chronic traffic congestion on the highway stretch passing through the city.
Beyond improving traffic flow, the project is anticipated to give a major push to commercial and economic activities in the region. Better connectivity and reduced travel time are likely to benefit local businesses and industries, strengthening Rajnandgaon’s role as an emerging urban and trade hub.
The approval of this important infrastructure project is being attributed to the sustained efforts, strong leadership and commitment of Rajnandgaon MLA and Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly Speaker Dr Raman Singh. Under his guidance, the city has witnessed continuous developmental initiatives aimed at enhancing public safety and improving the quality of life for citizens.
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Welcoming the decision, the Chamber of Commerce expressed heartfelt gratitude to Dr Raman Singh, describing the approval as historic and visionary. The trade body stated that once completed, the project would not only strengthen business and industry but also give a new direction to the city’s overall economic growth. According to the Chamber, Rajnandgaon is poised to emerge as a more modern, organised and commuter-friendly city.
Those expressing gratitude on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce included State Patron Khoobchand Parakh, Kamlesh Baid (District President, Chhattisgarh Chamber of Commerce and Industries), Gyan Chand Bafna, Vinod Dadda, Alok Bindal, Bhiman Dhanwani, State Vice President Amar Lalwani, State Minister Tarun Laharwani, District General Secretary Arun Dulani, Treasurer Shiv Agrawal, chief advisors Roopchand Bhimanani and Raja Makheeja, along with executive members Yogesh Khatri and Chunky Agrawal, among others.
The approval clearly reflects the government’s and public representatives’ commitment towards the safety, convenience and future of Rajnandgaon’s citizens. Once implemented, the NH-53 underpass and service lane project is expected to significantly enhance the city’s identity and infrastructure profile.