Ludhiana begins Missing Link bypass work, announces Rs 162 crore road upgrade

Ludhiana has launched two major road infrastructure initiatives, including construction of the long-awaited Missing Link bypass and a Rs 162 crore corridor redevelopment project aimed at easing congestion and modernising key routes in the city.

The Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) has begun construction of the Missing Link-2 Part-C road project, a four-lane bypass that will connect Malerkotla Road with the Sidhwan Canal-Lohara Bridge.

Officials said the new road is expected to benefit around 25,000 commuters daily, reducing travel time by at least 20 minutes. The project includes service lanes, LED lighting, landscaped central verges and a 200-foot right of way. Authorities have set a target of completion by October 2026.

In addition to the bypass project, the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation, in coordination with the Punjab Infrastructure Development Board, has announced a Rs 162 crore project to redevelop 15 km of key road corridors across the city.

The corridor modernisation initiative will focus on improving road functionality, drainage systems, pedestrian pathways, cycle tracks, smart lighting, underground utilities and landscaped public spaces. Officials said the tendering process is underway and work is expected to begin soon, with measures planned to minimise disruption along major routes.

Together, the two projects are aimed at strengthening urban mobility infrastructure, easing traffic pressure on congested stretches and supporting long-term city growth.