Lucknow News: 111-YO Pakka Pul to soon share traffic load with new parallel four-lane bridge

The 111-year-old Pakka Pul, connecting Old Lucknow with Sitapur Road, is set for a major upgrade. As per the UP Bridge Corporation's plan, a new 4-lane bridge will be constructed alongside the old structure to enhance traffic flow.

Last year, a comprehensive survey of Pakka Pul was conducted due to its age, deeming the bridge unsafe for heavy vehicle movement. Consequently, four-wheelers were completely restricted on the route, though two-wheelers continued to use the bridge.

To accommodate the growing vehicular traffic, a wider bridge will now be constructed, with the UP State government approving the required budget for the project.

Following the closure of the 111-year-old Pakka Pul, four-wheelers have been rerouted to the New Pakka Pul, a two-lane bridge located further ahead of the old structure. However, the New Pakka Pul has proven insufficient for the area's traffic demands, often resulting in congestion along the bridge.

With a comprehensive upgrade plan now in progress, the commute across this stretch is expected to improve significantly. Currently, authorities are finalising the DPR, after which pre-construction activities will commence.

According to the UP Bridge Corporation (Setu Nigam), the new bridge is projected to be completed within two years after the construction begins.