New 4-Lane Hindon (Harnandi) Bridge Approved in Ghaziabad: What It Means for Siddharth Vihar, Indirapuram & Delhi Connectivity

What is the project exactly?

The government has already decided on a new four lane bridge parallel to the old Hindon barrage bridge. The passing current is made up of a single-lane utility road that had been constructed as a narrow road to maintain the barrage rather than everyday traffic.

Specification of proposed bridge (according to reports):

• Height: An estimated 200-210 meters.

• Breadth: The width is about 20-24 meters (four lanes design).

• Position: On the Hindon barrage.

• Connectivity: Siddharth Vihar (Sector 8/9 side) to Indirapuram/ Vasundhara.

The project will ensure that one of the traffic bottlenecks will be removed and in its place there will be a proper vehicular passage.

Why this bridge was urgently needed (ground reality)

The narrow barrage road deals with:

•  Office commuters

•  School traffic

•  Two-wheelers and cars

 Local people move between Siddharth Vihar, Pratap Vihar, Indirapuram and Vasundhara.

However:

• The road was not even meant to take the present traffic.

• There is an extreme level of congestion during rush hours.

• Other paths are causing rerouting either through NH-9 or congested local roads.

The four-lane bridge symbolizes an actual upgrade and not a cosmetic one.

Biggest question: Will this bridge connect directly to Delhi–Rajnagar Elevated Road?

This has been brought into confusion by reports in the media.

WhiteHat Clear clarification:

• The bridge as such is not an on-ramp to the Delhi-Rajnagar Elevated Road.

• Alternative solution proposed by planners:

• The bridge will link Siddharth Vihar and Indirapuram and Vasundhara.

• Individual ramps or cloverleaf slip roads are suggested to connect this corridor with the Hindon Elevated Road.

In practical terms:

• Bridge: Local connectivity and crossing the river.

• Ramps: The connectedness with the elevated road network.

This difference is important since the accessibility to a high-level corridor is a key to a greater commute efficiency, less reliance on NH-9, and faster access to Delhi and Raj Nagar Extension.

Should the authorities implement the ramp project as scheduled, the region may receive an advantage of an expressway style interchange.

Budget: Is ₹50–51 crore for the whole project or just the first phase?

Rs 50-51 crore is limited to the bridge construction with the basic approach roads.

It does not involve high road connectivity.

A separate proposal exists for elevated road ramps:

• Rs 50-51 crore Four-lane bridge (200-210 meters)

• Rs 193-200 crore: Proposed elevated road ramps and exchange (no combined DPR and approval process)

In case authorities implement both of the mentioned components, the overall investment in the corridors may amount to about Rs 250 crore.

Agencies and their Duties

The knowledge of agency roles assists in the evaluation of the credibility of the execution.

Bridge project:

• Authority to be approved: UP Avas Vikas Parishad (UP Housing Board)

• Contractor: UP State Bridge Corporation.

• Clearances: UP Irrigation Department (floodplain and barrage-zone approvals).

Elevated road ramps:

Planning and implementation Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA).

Program finance: State government.

What does this mean for real estate buyers?

Property prices do not immediately increase because of infrastructure. But in the long run (12-36 months), it affects three aspects that are paramount.

A) Predictability of commuting time

The advantage does not consist of faster travelling but:

•  Reduced uncertainty

•  Fewer peak-hour disruptions

•  More consistent day by day schedules.

This is important to end users, tenants and corporate renters.

B) Attractiveness of Micro-market

The main beneficiary areas are:

•  Siddharth Vihar (Sector 8/9 belt)

•  Indirapuram periphery

•  Vasundhara

•  Pratap Vihar and Vijay Nagar

When the connection between ramps becomes a reality, the perceived access to Delhi becomes much better.

C) Livability improvements

Less congestion may result in:

• Lower noise levels

• Reduced spillover of traffic within residential areas

• Better general living conditions

Timeline: When can this be completed?

The bridge may require approximately one year following commencement of construction according to the officials. Nevertheless, according to the average execution cycles:

•  Final approvals

•  Work orders

•  Mobilization

•  Limitations to floodplain construction.

The bridge is likely to take 12-18 months of time.

The ramp development will be of higher cost and complexity, hence it can take a longer period of implementation time.

Our Practical Buyer Advice

Follow this project because it affects commuting efficiency, rental demand and daily livability- not what is trending now.

When you are intending to purchase in Siddharth Vihar, Indirapuram or Vasundhara, consider the project that has:

• Good delivery track records.

• Definite resale and rental demand.

• Authenticated connections benefits.

Infrastructure is a supplementary stimulus, rather than the determinant of real estate value.