The Bihar government has approved a major road infrastructure project in Muzaffarpur. The Mithanpura Chowk to Bela Imli Chowk road, a key urban-rural link, will be widened from a single-lane to a two-lane stretch. The 1.33 km road will be upgraded at a cost of ₹14.45 crore, with the work expected to be completed in 18 months¹.
Project Details at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Road Name | Mithanpura Chowk to Bela Imli Chowk |
| Length | 1.33 km |
| Current Condition | Single-lane, damaged |
| Upgraded Design | Two-lane road |
| Budget Approved | ₹14.45 crore |
| Completion Timeline | 18 months |
| Approving Authority | RCD Patna, Joint Secretary Anjani Kumar |
The project will reduce traffic bottlenecks and improve industrial connectivity, especially for the Bela Industrial Area and nearby Mushahari villages, which rely heavily on this corridor¹.
Rehabilitation for Bagmati Bridge Project
Simultaneously, a high-level bridge over the Bagmati River and approach roads under the Garha–Hathauri–Atarar–Aurai route are in advanced planning. About 25 villages will be affected due to land acquisition.
A social impact assessment (SIA) conducted by a Patna-based agency was submitted to the District Land Acquisition Office, recommending:
- Fair market-rate compensation for landowners
- Proper rehabilitation for displaced families
- Expedited MVRA (Market Value Rate Assessment) process²
Miapur–Sheohar Four-Lane Project Also Underway
In another major development, the Miapur–Sheohar–Kanti road widening project is nearing execution. The Bihar Road Construction Department (RCD) has floated tenders under the EPC mode for this 20.43 km corridor, with an approved budget of ₹190.65 crore and a completion deadline of 24 months³.
Of the six firms that applied, three—including those from Bengal, Banka, and Patna—have cleared technical bidding. The lowest bid came from the Banka-based construction company, and the financial bid will finalize the contract⁴.
Strategic Importance
- Will decongest Muzaffarpur city roads
- Directly benefit commuters from over 50,000 daily footfall
- Boost connectivity to Bela Industrial Area Phase I
- Encourage industrial investment in the Muzaffarpur–Sheohar belt
These projects form part of the state’s broader effort to upgrade transport infrastructure under the Hybrid Annuity Model⁵.
Did You Know?
The Mithanpura–Bela stretch acts as a lifeline not just for industrial traffic, but also for over a dozen Mushahari villages which currently rely on a damaged, congested single-lane roadⁱ.
Key Takeaways
- ₹14.45 crore approved for upgrading Mithanpura–Bela Imli road to two lanes
- Project length: 1.33 km, completion in 18 months
- 25 villages affected under the Bagmati bridge plan to receive compensation and rehab
- Miapur–Sheohar four-lane road nearing contract finalization (₹190.65 crore)
- Together, these projects will boost industrial access, rural mobility, and urban decongestion
FAQs
What is the cost of the Mithanpura–Bela road project?
The project has been approved at ₹14.45 crore¹.
How many villages will be affected by the bridge and approach road?
About 25 villages are involved in the land acquisition process².
What is the current status of the Miapur–Sheohar road?
Technical bidding is completed; the financial bid round is awaited³⁴.
Who is supervising these infrastructure upgrades?
The Road Construction Department, Bihar, is overseeing all projects.
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Sources
- Live Hindustan – मिठनपुरा-बेला इमली रोड को बनाया जाएगा टू लेन
- Live Hindustan – सामाजिक प्रभाव आकलन रिपोर्ट सौंपी गई
- Projects Today – RCD Bihar floats bid for Sheohar–Miapur road
- Live Hindustan – मीनापुर-शिवहर फोरलेन के लिए तीन एजेंसियों ने बोली लगाई
- Times of India – Bihar adopts Hybrid Annuity Model for key road projects
