Railways to construct a 4-lane over bridge in Udhna-Ukai-Songadh section

Surat: Western Railway in a note announced it has planned to construct a 4 lane Road Over Bridge (ROB) in lieu of Level Crossing (LC) No. 24, which is located at Udhna – Ukai Songhad section over Mumbai Central Division of Western Railway.

According to a press release issued by Shri Sumit Thakur – Chief Public Relations Officer of WR, Indian Railways have taken the work of elimination of Level Crossings by providing ROBs/ Limited Height Subways, etc. as a safety measure. The construction of the new ROB in lieu of Level Crossing No. 24 will lead to the closure of the LC and will ensure the safety of those traveling by both road and rail.

The proposed new Road Over Bridge (ROBs) will be constructed at a cost of Rs. 109 crore o­n cost sharing basis alongwith State Govt. of Gujarat. The ROB will not o­nly enhance the safety of passengers but will also provide smooth and hassle-free movement of road traffic. It will also ensure speedy and punctual movement of rail traffic. The ROB will provide an impetus to road connectivity and will be of great boon to the people of nearby areas. DeshGujarat