BHUBANESWAR: Bhubaneswar Member of Parliament (MP) Aparajita Sarangi chaired a high-level review meeting at the Bhubaneswar Circuit House recently. The meeting focused on accelerating several major infrastructure and development projects within the parliamentary constituency. 
MP Aparajita Sarangi Fast-Tracks Bhubaneswar's Traffic & Canal Projects


The MP met with senior government officials to discuss the progress of ongoing works. Key attendees included Sanjay Singh, Principal Secretary of the Works Department, Subha Sharma, Principal Secretary of the Water Resources Department, and the Commissioner of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC).

Solving Traffic Congestion

A primary focus of the meeting was the rising traffic problem in the capital city. The MP discussed 37 specific projects designed to ease traffic flow. Out of these 3 projects have already completed the tendering process. 34 projects are in the pipeline.
Ms. Sarangi urged Principal Secretary Sanjay Singh to fast-track the remaining tenders. The goal is to start construction as soon as possible to give relief to daily commuters.

Restoring Gangua Nala and Daya West Canal

The meeting also covered large-scale environmental and water management projects. A massive plan to restore and beautify the Gangua Nala is currently underway.
  • Budget: 8,736 Crore INR.
  • Scope: The project covers a 33-kilometer stretch starting from near the Rajdhani Engineering College to Kanti village near Jatni.
Additionally, the team discussed the development of the Daya West Canal. This project involves a 34.86-kilometer stretch from Barang to Jatni with a budget of 448 Crore INR. The MP emphasized that these water projects are vital because they help maintain groundwater levels and assist in managing city drainage. 
MP Aparajita Sarangi Fast-Tracks Bhubaneswar's Traffic & Canal Projects


Monsoon Readiness and Drainage

With the rainy season approaching, the MP held a specific discussion with the BMC Commissioner regarding the city's drainage system. She issued a clear directive to complete all desilting and repair work for the drains before the monsoon begins. This step is crucial to prevent urban flooding and ensure the safety of residents.

Collaboration for Success

Ms. Sarangi called for better coordination between the Water Resources Department and the Works Department. She noted that integrated efforts are necessary to transform Bhubaneswar into a world-class, traffic-free, and sustainable city.