The city’s ambitious first flyover project has entered a visible on-ground phase, with fresh markings now appearing along key stretches between Sankam Hotel and the Central Bus Stand—indicating that preliminary alignment work is actively underway.
Yellow paint markings spotted on road surfaces and median dividers, along with coded identifiers such as “P7,” suggest technical demarcation for pillar locations and structural alignment. These markings are typically part of detailed engineering surveys conducted before finalizing execution layouts, reinforcing that the Detailed Project Report (DPR) is in its advanced stage.
This development comes close on the heels of tree mapping activity carried out between Samrat Ashok Chowk and Kittur Rani Chennamma Circle, further confirming that groundwork for the flyover is accelerating.
Project Overview and Alignment
The proposed flyover, spanning approximately 4.5 km, will begin from NH-48 near Sankam Hotel, pass through Ashoka Circle, Sangolli Rayanna (RTO) Circle, and extend up to Kittur Rani Chennamma Circle. It will then continue along Dr. Ambedkar Road past KLE Hospital, reconnecting to the highway near ICMR.
The alignment covers the city’s most congested junctions, including Samrat Ashok Chowk and Dharmaveer Sambhaji Maharaj Chowk, making it a critical intervention for traffic decongestion.
Engineering Scale
As per current project details:
- A 6,678-metre stretch will be executed by the Public Works Department on 167 pillars
- A 1,112-metre stretch will be handled by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on 22 pillars
These structural markings now visible on-site are likely linked to this pillar grid planning.
What the Markings Indicate
The presence of ground markings typically signifies:
- Finalisation of alignment geometry
- Identification of pillar and ramp locations
- Preparation for utility shifting and excavation planning
This stage directly precedes tendering and physical groundwork, placing the project firmly in its pre-construction phase.
What’s Next
With DPR nearing completion and field markings underway, the tendering process is expected to be initiated in the coming months. If timelines hold:
- Tendering: Within 6–9 months
- Construction Start: Likely in 2026
- Completion Timeline: 3–4 years
A Project Taking Shape
Backed by District In-charge and PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, the flyover project has seen renewed push after earlier funding hurdles. With approvals in place, tree mapping completed, and now on-ground markings visible, Belagavi’s first flyover is steadily transitioning from blueprint to reality.
For citizens, these seemingly simple yellow markings are the first tangible signs that a long-awaited infrastructure upgrade is finally taking shape.