Bengaluru: Jalahalli junction underpass delayed due to challenges in property acquisition

Traffic congestion continues to plague daily commuters near the infamous Jalahalli junction. Despite the initial proposal five years ago, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) is yet to commence construction of an underpass at the junction.

BBMP sources said the delay is due to the substantial financial burden of property acquisition. “None of the property owners agreed to a Transferable Development Rights (TDR) certificate, resulting in the property acquisition cost skyrocketing to Rs 139 crore, while the project cost is only Rs 57 crore,” explained a senior BBMP official. The funds for property acquisition were released in installments, further contributing to the project’s delay.