Bengaluru: The Ejipura Flyover, Dubbed 'Stonehenge', Likely to Miss 2025 Deadline
The Ejipura flyover project in Bengaluru, which was expected to ease traffic congestion between Koramangala and Inner Ring Road, continues to be stalled with no definite completion date in sight. Begun in 2017, the flyover has earned the nickname ‘Stonehenge’ from frustrated commuters due to its half-finished pillars and perpetual delays.
The 2.5 km long project was initially scheduled for completion in 2019. However, persistent issues—primarily land acquisition roadblocks and unpaid contractor bills—have kept the project in limbo.
Officials from the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) admit that nearly 25% of land required is yet to be acquired, with several private properties awaiting compensation settlements. In parallel, construction contractors are yet to receive full payments for past work, further slowing progress.
Key Obstacles
Land Acquisition Issues: Several property owners have not yet handed over their land due to delayed compensation.
Pending Bills: Contractors have allegedly stopped work as several invoices remain unpaid.
Administrative Bottlenecks: The lack of coordination between BBMP, landowners, and contractors continues to hinder progress.
Residents and commuters have voiced strong criticism, noting the dangers posed by incomplete structures and narrow diversions. The project’s repeated delays have only worsened peak-hour traffic snarls in surrounding areas.
A senior BBMP official, requesting anonymity, admitted that completion within 2025 looks extremely unlikely unless immediate intervention and funding are initiated.
Project History and Timeline
2017: Project sanctioned at ₹204 crore.
2019: Original deadline missed due to initial land disputes.
2021-2024: Intermittent progress; work halted repeatedly.
2025 Outlook: Completion uncertain; no fresh deadline announced.
Urban planners emphasize the need for holistic planning and better coordination among civic agencies to avoid such fiascos in future infrastructure projects.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the current status of the Ejipura flyover?
The flyover is still incomplete as of mid-2025, with major issues related to land acquisition and contractor payments.
Q2. When was the Ejipura flyover supposed to be completed?
It was originally slated for completion in 2019.
Q3. Why is the flyover nicknamed ‘Stonehenge’?
Because of its rows of idle, unfinished concrete pillars that resemble ancient ruins, similar to England’s Stonehenge.
Q4. Who is responsible for the delay?
Multiple factors are at play, including BBMP’s administrative delays, unresolved compensation for landowners, and unpaid contractor dues.
Q5. Will the flyover be completed in 2025?
As per BBMP officials, the completion is unlikely without immediate resolution of the core issues.
Published on : JUNE 21, 2025
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