Guwahati is set to witness a major boost to its urban infrastructure as Assam’s longest flyover, the Maharaja Prithu Flyover, will be inaugurated on March 10.
The 5.5-kilometre-long elevated corridor connects Noonmati in eastern Guwahati with Dighalipukhuri in the city’s central area, creating a new high-speed route across some of the busiest parts of the city.
The Maharaja Prithu Flyover, a 5.5-km elevated road connecting Noonmati to Dighalipukhuri in Guwahati, will be inaugurated on March 10. The flyover is the longest in Assam and is expected to ease congestion and improve travel time across central and eastern parts of the city.
A Major Infrastructure Upgrade for Guwahati
The Maharaja Prithu Flyover is being seen as one of the most significant urban infrastructure projects in Guwahati in recent years.
Stretching across key parts of the city, the flyover will help improve connectivity between eastern Guwahati and the central business districts.
The elevated corridor runs across several important locations, including:
- Noonmati
- Bamunimaidan
- Chandmari
- Ambari
- Dighalipukhuri
These areas frequently experience heavy traffic during peak hours.
Designed to Reduce Traffic Congestion
The flyover is expected to ease pressure on the busy Maniram Dewan Road corridor, one of the city’s main traffic arteries.
Commuters travelling between eastern neighbourhoods and central Guwahati often face long delays due to congestion along this route.
Once operational, the flyover is expected to:
- Reduce travel time across the city
- Improve traffic flow in busy intersections
- Provide smoother movement for daily commuters
Thousands of vehicles are expected to benefit from the new elevated route.
Longest Flyover in Assam
At approximately 5.5 kilometres in length, the Maharaja Prithu Flyover will become the longest flyover in Assam.
The structure forms a continuous elevated corridor designed to allow uninterrupted vehicle movement across major city stretches.
The project is part of broader efforts to modernise urban infrastructure in Guwahati, which continues to expand rapidly.
Named After Maharaja Prithu
The flyover has been named after Maharaja Prithu, a historic ruler associated with the region’s legacy.
Historical records link him with the defeat of the Turko-Afghan invader Bakhtiyar Khilji in 1206, making the name symbolic of Assam’s historical heritage.
What Happens Next
With the inauguration scheduled for March 10, authorities are completing the final preparations ahead of the opening.
Once operational, the Maharaja Prithu Flyover is expected to significantly change commuting patterns in Guwahati, providing a faster and more efficient route across the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When will the Maharaja Prithu Flyover open?
The flyover is scheduled to be inaugurated on March 10.
Q. Which areas will the flyover connect?
The elevated corridor connects Noonmati, Bamunimaidan, Chandmari, Ambari, and Dighalipukhuri in Guwahati.