The government has approved a ₹132.51 crore road over bridge (ROB) project at Deendayal Port Authority, aimed at easing congestion and strengthening cargo evacuation at one of India’s key maritime gateways.
The ROB will be constructed at level crossing LC-235 and executed by Western Railway on a deposit basis. The project forms part of the Centre’s broader push to enhance port-led development under the Sagarmala Programme and improve multimodal logistics integration through the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan.
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said the initiative would address long-standing bottlenecks and significantly improve efficiency at the port.
“The ROB at Deendayal Port will remove critical bottlenecks, improve cargo movement and strengthen India’s logistics efficiency. Aligned with Sagarmala and PM Gati Shakti, we are building integrated infrastructure that accelerates trade, enhances safety and supports economic growth. This is a decisive step towards creating world-class port infrastructure and reinforcing India’s position as a global maritime hub,” he said.
The proposal was cleared following appraisal by the Delegated Investment Board, which reviewed the revised project cost to ensure compliance with updated safety standards and technical specifications.
The ROB is expected to play a critical role in addressing logistical constraints at rail crossings within the port area, which currently disrupt smooth cargo movement. Once completed, the bridge will enable uninterrupted flow of port-bound traffic, reduce congestion, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
The project is also set to strengthen India’s maritime logistics chain by facilitating faster cargo evacuation and improving connectivity between different modes of transport.
In line with the government’s push for integrated infrastructure planning, the ministry has directed all major ports to map their projects on the PM Gati Shakti portal to improve coordination and accelerate execution.
