NEW DELHI: Beginning February 1, both carriageways of the Chirag Dilli flyover are most likely to be near to traffic, a move that might spell trouble for thousands of commuters.With the Ashram flyover likewise cut off due to the fact that of continuous work and traffic load increasing at essential intersections due to it, the closure would impact vehicular motion across the city, specifically in south Delhi areas such as Nehru Place, Greater Kailash, CR Park and Hauz Khas.Sources said the flyover was supposed to shut from January 26 however the relocation was delayed owing to Republic Day events and a VIP visit in south Delhi.
We will close one carriageway first and see the effect before we choose with PWD whether to close both or one at a time, a source said.Traffic authorities said currently, commuters travelling from Nehru Place towards Panchsheel take the flyover and the road listed below permits them to take an ideal turn towards Moolchand.
Once the flyover is shut, they will be permitted to move straight towards Panchsheel or left towards Khanpur.
Similarly, commuters originating from Panchsheel will have the ability to go straight towards Nehru Place or GK, or depart for Moolchand and right for Khanpur.However, because of the sheer volume of cars and many crucial south Delhi localities close by, individuals should brace for snarls and can expect some delays in their daily commute, said a traffic official.
We manage traffic manually throughout peak hours as commuters in some cases dont follow guidelines.
Two major hospitals are located around the location, so we have to make sure quick passage of ambulances, the main said.PWD officials stated as of now, they dont have clarity on whether one or both carriageways will be shut.
Due to extreme use, a flyovers extension joints become weak with time.
PWD will take up their repair work.
The professional has been finalised.
We are waiting on the website to be turned over, said an authorities.
PWD claimed that getting an NOC from traffic cops has been an issue.Prof Sewa Ram, professor of transportation planning, School of Planning and Architecture, said the stretches around the Chirag Dilli flyover and Outer Ring Road are major arterial roadways.
A significant crossway under the flyover also witnesses heavy traffic motion.
The width of the slip roadways is less and it will lead to congestion.
Traffic authorities need to look at an integrated approach.
Not just intersections under the flyover, a minimum of 1km in all directions must be seen for effect, said Ram.