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Major Update On Sultanganj-Sabour Marine Drive Project Along The Ganges
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News18•12-10-2026, 21:53
Major Update On Sultanganj-Sabour Marine Drive Project Along The Ganges
- •The Bihar State Road Development Corporation Limited has applied for final environmental clearance for the second phase of the Marine Drive project between Sultanganj and Sabour.
- •The entire Ganga Path project from Munger to Sabour via Bhagalpur will span approximately 84 kilometers and is being constructed in two phases.
- •The estimated cost of the project is around Rs 9,970 crore, which will serve as an economic lifeline for eastern Bihar and ease traffic congestion.
- •Designed to withstand monsoon floods, the 4-lane expressway will feature both ground-level and elevated sections on pillars to ensure uninterrupted vehicle movement.
Key Questions Answered
The total estimated cost for the entire Ganga Path project is approximately Rs 9,970 crore. The super corridor will span a total length of about 84 kilometers, divided into two phases to connect Munger and Bhagalpur districts.
The Bihar State Road Development Corporation Limited (BSRDC) has applied for final environmental clearance for the second phase of the expressway, which spans from Sultanganj to Sabour.
The entire road will be constructed as a 4-lane route parallel to the Ganges, built at ground level and elevated on pillars where flood water accumulation risks are high. This modern design ensures that vehicles can maintain high speeds without interruption even during monsoon months.
