CM Bhagwant Mann announced that construction work on a double-lane Railway Overbridge (ROB) at Dhuri will commence soon
Chandigarh, June 29 : In a major Big bonanza for the people of Punjab in general, and the residents of Dhuri in particular, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced on Sunday that construction work on a double-lane Railway Overbridge (ROB) at Dhuri will commence soon.
The Chief Minister stated that the Ministry of Railways has granted the necessary clearance. This came after persistent efforts by the state government. He said the state-of-the-art Big Bonanza for Residents of Punjab, Work on Dhuri Railway Overbridge to Commence Soon- Says CM will be constructed at level crossing (phatak) number 62A. It will play a crucial role in resolving the traffic congestion faced by residents of the Malwa region. This is especially beneficial for those in the Dhuri segment. The total cost of the project is ₹54.76 crore, which will be entirely funded by the state government, added Bhagwant Singh Mann.
The Chief Minister added that once initiated, the project will be completed within 18 months. Bhagwant Singh Mann mentioned that the groundwork for the project began in 2024. Progress was delayed because the final railway permission/NOC was pending since March 2025. He said the state government pursued the matter diligently. With the required approvals now secured from the Railway authorities, work on the project will commence shortly.
The Chief Minister reaffirmed his government’s commitment to Punjab’s development and prosperity. He emphasized that no stone will be left unturned in pursuing inclusive growth. He asserted that Punjab is witnessing a new era of unprecedented development due to the determined efforts of his administration. Bhagwant Singh Mann further said that the state government has already put the wheels in motion to carve out a Rangla Punjab and this is reflective of this only.
