Thiruvananthapuram: The district administration will conduct a joint inspection on Thursday to identify alternative routes and work out traffic arrangements ahead of the reconstruction of Killippalam-Jagathy Road overbridge (ROB 4) as part of Thiruvananthapuram-Kanyakumari railway line doubling project.The decision was taken at a review meeting chaired by district collector Anju K S on Tuesday to discuss traffic management during the reconstruction of the bridge. Representatives of various departments, including police, MVD, PWD and railways, along with people’s representatives, will participate in the inspection.The team will assess the width of alternative roads, existing traffic volume and encroachments to identify feasible routes and work out necessary traffic restrictions. The arrangements are aimed at minimising disruption once construction begins, particularly ensuring smooth travel for vehicles, including school buses.According to railway officials, the reconstruction work, including pile foundation and installation of the bridge structure, is expected to take around six months. The agencies and materials required for the work have been arranged.The collector also directed railway authorities to complete the construction of Mettukada (ROB 3) and Kunchalumoodu (ROB 12) overbridges and open them to traffic before starting work on Killippalam-Jagathy bridge, which will require closure during construction. The move is expected to ease traffic congestion and provide alternative connectivity for commuters.The reconstruction of Killippalam-Jagathy overbridge is a crucial component of Thiruvananthapuram-Kanyakumari railway line doubling project. Further decisions on traffic diversions and restrictions will be taken after assessing the feasibility of alternative routes during the joint inspection.
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