Patna, June 2025 — In a landmark development for Bihar’s capital, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday inaugurated Patna’s first double-decker flyover and a newly constructed Government Urdu Library, both located on the bustling Ashok Rajpath — one of the city’s oldest and most important roadways. Together, these twin inaugurations mark a blend of modern infrastructure and cultural commitment, symbolizing a new vision for urban growth.

• Name: Ashok Rajpath Double-Decker Flyover
• Cost: ₹422 crore
• Length: 2.2 km
• Span: From Kargil Chowk near Gandhi Maidan to Science College, passing through PMCH
• Construction Started: January 2022
• Executing Agency: Bihar Rajya Pul Nirman Nigam Limited (BRPNNL)

• Ground Level: Reserved for local and slow-moving traffic such as rickshaws, two-wheelers, and pedestrians.
• Tier I (1.45 km): Carries one-way traffic from Patna College to Gandhi Maidan.
• Tier II (2.18 km): Carries one-way traffic in the opposite direction, from Gandhi Maidan to Science College.
• Deck Width: Both elevated decks are 5 metres wide, ensuring capacity for smooth traffic flow.

• The flyover’s proximity to Patna Medical College Hospital (PMCH) offers direct, uninterrupted routes for ambulances, emergency vehicles, doctors, and medical staff.
• Eases pressure on hospital corridors, especially during peak hours or emergencies.

Ashok Rajpath is one of the most historically congested routes in the city, connecting:

• BN College, Science College, and PMCH — major educational and medical hubs.
• Civil Court and Patna Market — commercial and legal centers.
• Gulbi Ghat — an important cultural and spiritual site.

This stretch has long suffered from traffic snarls, bottlenecks, and pollution, affecting students, commuters, and patients alike. The new flyover is expected to reduce travel time drastically, improve emergency response efficiency, and enhance the quality of life for Patna’s residents.

• Name: Government Urdu Library
• Location: Ashok Rajpath, adjacent to key educational institutions
• Cost: ₹3.07 crore
• Inaugurated By: CM Nitish Kumar on the same day as the flyover

• A modern reading and research facility focused on Urdu literature, history, and language studies.
• Provides a dedicated intellectual space for scholars, researchers, students, and lovers of Urdu culture.
• Promotes linguistic inclusivity and supports Bihar’s deep-rooted Urdu heritage.

During the inauguration, Nitish Kumar emphasized the importance of combining transport development with cultural enrichment, stating:

“Progress is not just about faster roads but also about spaces that educate and inspire. This flyover and library represent both wings of development — movement and meaning.”