CM Mohan Charan Majhi to Lay Foundation of Barbil Bypass and Ring Road Project

Barbil — Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is set to inaugurate the ambitious Barbil Bypass and Ring Road project today, a development expected to transform the region’s mining and steel industries.

The project, spanning 18.3 kilometres in length and 60 meters in width, will ease the transportation of iron ore to steel plants.

Currently, trucks carrying ore to West Bengal and Jharkhand often remain stranded for hours due to “no-entry” restrictions. Once completed, the bypass will provide seamless movement, benefiting truck operators and businesses linked to mining and steel production.

The bypass will pass through 15 villages and two protected forest areas, utilising 251.724 acres of land.

The estimated construction cost stands at 2,300 crore, while land acquisition requires an additional 527 crore.

Authorities highlight that the project will not only boost industrial supply chains but also reduce road accidents and pollution by diverting heavy vehicles away from the city.

Local residents and businesses are optimistic that the bypass will accelerate regional growth and provide long-term benefits to the mining belt.

According to official sources, the project is expected to be completed swiftly, marking a significant milestone in Odisha’s infrastructure development.

 Traffic Advisory Issued Ahead of CM Mohan Charan Majhi’s Visit to Barbil

In view of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi’s scheduled visit to Barbil for the inauguration of multiple developmental projects, the local administration and police have issued a comprehensive traffic advisory to ensure the smooth conduct of the programme and public safety.

According to the advisory, traffic movement on major roads in and around Barbil town will be regulated and restricted during the programme hours. Commuters have been urged to plan their travel in advance and follow alternate routes suggested by the traffic police.

Special parking arrangements have been made for vehicles arriving from different directions. Passengers coming from the Bhadrasahi side are advised to alight near the ESI Hospital, with vehicles to be parked at the designated Birsa Munda Chhaka area.

Buses will drop passengers near the ESI Hospital and then proceed to park at Kalinga Iron Works. Two-wheelers must be parked only in the designated area near the ESI Hospital.

Vehicles arriving from the Bolani side will be directed to park at Matkambeda School.

Additionally, food arrangements for visitors will be available at Old Playground (Gandhi Road), Kalinga.

All visitors attending the programme will undergo mandatory security screening at entry points. Carrying prohibited items such as sharp objects, inflammable materials, and unchecked bags is strictly forbidden.

The public has been requested to maintain discipline, follow queue systems, and adhere to instructions issued by police and administrative officials.

Emergency services, including ambulances, will be deployed at the venue.

In case of any emergency, citizens are advised to immediately contact the nearest police personnel on duty.

The police have appealed to all citizens to extend full cooperation to the administration and security forces to ensure the peaceful and successful conduct of the Chief Minister’s visit.

The advisory emphasises that these measures are being taken in the interest of public safety, smooth traffic movement, and orderly management of the event.