BDA  plans new flyover near Mekri circle to ease bengaluru traffic congestion

Bengaluru : In a bid to address worsening traffic congestion in North Bengaluru, the Bangalore Development Authority has proposed a new flyover project near the busy Mekri Circle. While recent loop installations at Hebbal Flyover have improved traffic flow to some extent, the congestion has now shifted towards Mekri Circle, causing inconvenience to daily commuters.

To tackle this issue, the BDA has invited tenders for the construction of a four-lane rotary elevated corridor between the Veterinary College on Ballari Road and Mekri Circle. The ambitious infrastructure project is estimated to cost around ₹420 crore and is expected to significantly ease traffic bottlenecks in the area.

According to officials, the proposed elevated corridor will stretch approximately 1.6 kilometres and feature a rotary-style design at Mekri Circle. The project will include loop connections towards Jayamahal Road and Yeshwanthpur, ensuring smoother vehicular movement across multiple directions.

The BDA issued fresh tenders for the project on March 26, marking the second attempt within four months. Earlier, in December 2025, a combined proposal involving a flyover and a short tunnel had been floated. However, the revised plan now focuses on a streamlined elevated corridor to expedite implementation.

The proposed flyover will also include two key down-ramps, enabling seamless entry and exit for vehicles. Officials stated that the design has been aligned with Bengaluru’s long-term transport vision and will integrate with the proposed East-West Elevated Corridor in the future, ensuring better connectivity across the city.

One of the major advantages of this project is that it does not require acquisition of private land, which is often a major hurdle in urban infrastructure projects. This is expected to fast-track the construction process and reduce delays.

However, since the project area falls close to sensitive defence establishments such as the Air Force Training Command and the Parachute Regiment, necessary clearances were required. BDA officials confirmed that approvals from these defence authorities have already been secured.

The authority has set a target to complete the project within 18 months once construction begins. With traffic congestion continuing to be a major concern in Bengaluru, this project is expected to bring much-needed relief to commuters, especially those travelling along the busy Ballari Road corridor.