Shimla bypass construction starts

April 22, 2023

The much-awaited work to construct the Shimla bypass and widening of the Kaithlighat-Shakral section of National Highway-5 kick-started today from Kaithlighat.
The work involves construction of four tunnels whose total length is 3.7 km.
Besides, 18 big bridges and 53 box culverts would be constructed.
An expenditure of Rs 1,850 crore would be incurred.
The bypass, when completed, will rid the city of accidents, pollution and traffic jams.
Deadline- project is supposed to be completed by April 20, 2026.