Tunnel Road Proposed at Goraguntepalya Flyover to Tackle Bengaluru’s Traffic Gridlock

Facing mounting congestion at the busy Goraguntepalya junction, the Bengaluru West City Corporation has proposed the construction of a short tunnel road to streamline traffic flow at the intersection.

The idea was recently discussed during a review meeting with Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar, where officials explored long-term measures to address chronic bottlenecks at the junction.

Why a Tunnel?

Goraguntepalya is one of north-west Bengaluru's most critical traffic nodes, connecting Tumakuru Road, the Outer Ring Road and surrounding industrial and residential areas. The steady rise in vehicle numbers - including heavy goods vehicles and daily commuters - has turned the stretch into a congestion hotspot, particularly during peak hours.

Civic officials believe a short underground corridor could divert through-traffic, easing pressure on the surface junction and improving signal efficiency.

"Traffic volume has increased sharply over the years. We need infrastructure solutions that can handle long-term growth. The tunnel option is being examined carefully," a senior official said.

Feasibility Study in Progress

Authorities have begun a detailed feasibility study to determine whether the proposal is technically viable and financially sustainable. The assessment will cover:

Estimated construction costs

Impact on existing utilities and infrastructure

Land and structural constraints

Expected reduction in congestion

Only after these factors are evaluated will the project move to the next stage.

Funding Through GBA?

If the study yields positive results, the project could be taken up under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) budget. Officials indicated that funding allocation would depend on cost estimates and government approval.

For now, the tunnel remains a proposal on the drawing board. But with Goraguntepalya regularly witnessing long traffic snarls, the move signals the administration's intent to explore more permanent solutions beyond temporary traffic management measures.

Whether the tunnel becomes a reality will depend on the outcome of the ongoing study - and the financial backing that follows.