{
  "type": "article",
  "title": "NHAI Greenlights ₹27 Crore Flyovers in Mandi to Eliminate Prone Accident Zones on Kiratpur-Manali Highway",
  "summary": "NHAI has awarded a ₹27 crore contract for building new flyover-cum-underpasses at Dadaur and Nagchala to address hazardous black spots on the Kiratpur-Manali highway.",
  "content": "Commuters traveling on the Kiratpur-Manali four-lane highway in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, can look forward to a safer journey. In a major initiative to curb road accidents and improve road safety, NHAI has finalized plans to construct flyovers at two key junctions, Dadaur and Nagchala. A contract worth ₹27 crore has been awarded to a private company to construct flyover-cum-underpasses at these locations, addressing a long-standing demand of the local population.\n\nEliminating Accident-Prone Black Spots\nDadaur, Nagchala, and Jhiri were identified as three major black spots on this four-lane stretch in Mandi, experiencing frequent and hazardous vehicular accidents. Responding to the safety concerns of local residents and commuters, NHAI approved the construction of flyover-cum-underpasses. While the Jhiri flyover construction is already underway with an investment of ₹33 crore, the new tender of ₹27 crore has been successfully allotted for Dadaur and Nagchala. The contracted firm is required to initiate ground operations within three months, with a strict project completion deadline of 400 days (approximately 1.5 years).\n\nTechnical Layout and Construction Design\nVarun Chari, the Project Director for NHAI, explained the specific structural designs planned for both locations. At Dadaur, both lanes of the four-lane highway will be elevated onto a flyover, while an underpass will be constructed below to facilitate local traffic movement. In contrast, Nagchala will feature a single-sided design. Here, the flyover-cum-underpass will only be built on the lane coming from Bilaspur toward Mandi, while the opposite lane will remain in its current state.\n\nWork Resumes at Jhiri Following High Court Orders\nThe ongoing development at Jhiri had previously run into roadblocks due to protests by local residents. The dispute eventually escalated to the Himachal Pradesh High Court. Following the court’s intervention and subsequent orders to keep the development active, the legal hurdles have been cleared. Varun Chari confirmed that construction activity is resuming at the Jhiri site to quickly finish the single-lane flyover-cum-underpass, which is being constructed on the lane heading from Mandi toward Kullu.\n\nProgress on Mandi Bypass Tunnels\nIn another significant update for travelers on the Kiratpur-Manali route, the excavation work for the Mandi bypass tunnels has made substantial headway, with 60% of the digging process now complete. This infrastructure project is slated for full completion by September 2027. Once operational, the bypass tunnels will drastically improve road connectivity, making the journey between Manali and Dharamshala significantly smoother and faster.\n\nWhat this means for you\nThis road infrastructure upgrade will directly enhance the safety and convenience of commuters using the Kiratpur-Manali route.\n\n• For Tourists Across India: Travelers from all over India visiting popular tourist destinations like Manali and Dharamshala will experience a much safer journey. The construction of new flyovers and bypass tunnels will significantly cut down travel time and lower the risk of accidents.\n• In Himachal Pradesh and Mandi: Local residents will get major relief from routine traffic congestion and hazardous road accidents at notorious black spots. The creation of safe underpasses in Dadaur, Nagchala, and Jhiri will make everyday local commuting much smoother and safer.\n\nWhy this happened\nThe primary driver behind this infrastructure upgrade was the presence of highly accident-prone black spots at Dadaur, Nagchala, and Jhiri on the Kiratpur-Manali four-lane highway. Frequent accidents at these locations and persistent public demands forced authorities to take corrective actions to bolster safety.\n\n• Severe Black Spot Risks: These three zones in Mandi district experienced a high frequency of vehicle collisions, making them hazardous for motorists. Resolving the design flaws and separating high-speed highway traffic from local movements became absolutely critical.\n• Resolution of Legal Disputes: Work at the Jhiri site had been stalled for some time due to protests from local communities. The intervention of the Himachal Pradesh High Court, which ordered the resumption of construction, successfully cleared all legal roadblocks.\n• Need for Seamless Connectivity: Heavy traffic flow during tourist seasons places immense pressure on the roads between Manali and Dharamshala. Building the Mandi bypass tunnels and flyovers was essential to ensure smoother transit and uninterrupted traffic flow in the hilly terrain.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. Which locations will get new flyovers?\nNew flyovers will be constructed at Dadaur and Nagchala on the Kiratpur-Manali four-lane highway in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh.\n\n2. What is the estimated cost of the project for Dadaur and Nagchala?\nNHAI has issued a fresh tender worth ₹27 crore for the construction of these flyover-cum-underpasses.\n\n3. What is the deadline for completing the construction work?\nThe contracting firm is required to complete the project within 400 days (approximately 1.5 years) of initiation.\n\n4. Why was the work stopped at Jhiri and what is its status now?\nWork at Jhiri had stopped due to protests by local residents, but it is now resuming following the orders of the High Court.\n\n5. When is the Mandi bypass tunnel project expected to be finished?\nAround 60% of the tunnel excavation is complete, and the entire project is expected to be finished by September 2027.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/himachal-pradesh/mandi-men-khatma-honge-khataranaka-blaika-spota-kiratpur-manali-phoralena-para-27-karora-se-banenge-do-nae-phlaiovara-33230",
  "category": "Himachal Pradesh",
  "publishedAt": "2026-09-18",
  "tags": [
    "Himachal Pradesh",
    "Mandi Four Lane",
    "Kiratpur Manali Four Lane",
    "Flyover Construction",
    "NHAI",
    "Mandi Bypass Tunnel"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}