Government Approves ₹132.51 Crore Road Over Bridge Project at Deendayal Port.

The government recently approved a ₹132.51 crore road over bridge (ROB) project at Deendayal Port, aimed at improving cargo movement and reducing congestion at the port. The proposal was cleared by Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

The ROB will be constructed at level crossing 235 by Western Railway on a deposit basis, forming part of efforts to strengthen port connectivity. The project falls under the government’s flagship Sagarmala Programme and aligns with the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, which aims to enhance multi-modal logistics and transport efficiency.

The proposal was reviewed by the Delegated Investment Board to assess the revised cost and ensure compliance with safety and technical standards. Sonowal said the ROB will remove critical bottlenecks, improve cargo movement, and strengthen India’s logistics efficiency. “We are building integrated infrastructure that accelerates trade, enhances safety, and supports economic growth,” he added.

According to the ministry, the ROB will enable uninterrupted movement across the rail crossing, currently a constraint for cargo evacuation. Once completed, the project is expected to reduce congestion, speed up cargo handling, and improve operational efficiency at the port, while supporting the broader maritime logistics network.

The ministry has also directed all major ports to map their projects on the PM Gati Shakti portal to enhance coordination and accelerate infrastructure development nationwide.