Delay in Danapur-Bihta Elevated Road Project: Completion Now Expected by March 2027

Patna: The ambitious Danapur-Bihta Elevated Road project, aimed at improving connectivity in Bihar, is facing delays due to land acquisition and structural hurdles, pushing its expected completion to March 2027—seven months later than originally planned. The project, which was scheduled to be completed by September 2026, has been stalled mainly near Mahadev Fuladi and Patsa Mouza in the Bihta block.

Key Reasons Behind the Delay

Officials point to private land ownership and existing structures as the primary obstacles. In Mahadev Fuladi, several old constructions on raiyati land are yet to be removed, delaying the progress of road work underneath the elevated structure. Furthermore, improper road closures have hampered the smooth movement of construction equipment.

The land acquisition process has also been slow. Only seven raiyats in Mahadev Fuladi and two in Patsa Mouza have received compensation so far. Some landowners are demanding higher compensation, which has further delayed clearances.

Progress on the Ground

While the Danapur side of the project shows satisfactory progress, with around 40% of work completed, the Bihta side is lagging due to ongoing disputes and pending removal of existing structures.

The Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) of Danapur confirmed that the administration is actively working to acquire land and transfer it to the construction agency. He also noted that delays in compensation payments are often due to incomplete documentation, which is being verified through detailed scrutiny. Once the paperwork is complete, compensation will be directly disbursed to the landowners.

Outlook

Officials remain optimistic that, despite these setbacks, the Danapur-Bihta Elevated Road will be completed by March 2027, providing a major boost to the region’s infrastructure and easing traffic congestion.