RAWALPINDI:
Installation of girders on the longest Soan Bridge under the Rawalpindi Ring Road (RRR) project officially began on Thursday, marking a critical milestone in this major infrastructure initiative aimed at easing traffic congestion in Rawalpindi.
Inaugurating the installation of girders on Soan Bridge, Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) Director General Kinza Murtaza on Thursday said that this development marks a major achievement in the construction of the multi-lane expressway, whose goal is to reduce traffic congestion and boost the region. connectivity.
The Soan Bridge girder, which spans the Soan River, is a crucial component in completing this vital infrastructure project. “The completion of this girder is a major step forward in the Rawalpindi Ring Road project,” DG RD said, adding, “Once completed, the Ring Road will not only ease traffic congestion in Rawalpindi but It will also provide a safer and more efficient route for travelers throughout the region.”
The Director General directed the concerned officials to complete the work in a timely and efficient manner. He stressed that the project must meet all the deadlines established in the schedule.
“However, the quality and standard of work will not be compromised. We are committed to ensuring that the flyovers are constructed to the highest standards for the safety and comfort of the public,” he added.
The RRR project, a flagship initiative of RDA, aims to improve the city’s transportation network by connecting various roads, highways and important industrial areas. The project will provide an alternative route to the already congested city centre, helping to reduce travel times and improve traffic flow, he said.
RDA is working collaboratively to ensure that the project progresses smoothly and that safety protocols are strictly followed during the construction phase.
With the completion of the Soan Bridge girder, the project is on track for completion in the coming months, significantly benefiting Rawalpindi’s infrastructure and contributing to regional economic development.
Earlier this month, the central development working group (CDWP) of the federal government approved the revised PC-1 of the project which will be considered at the meeting of the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC).
Completion of the RRR project is scheduled for June 2025, but the current pace of work is extremely slow. The ring road will start at Banth on the Grand Trunk Road (GT) and end at Thallian Motorway Interchange at a distance of 38.3 kilometres.
According to a GDR official, the much-awaited project has completed 37% of its construction and the project will be accelerated after the approval of the revised PC-I.
