Nagpur Metro's $45 Cr. Cantilever Leap

MahaMetro has begun construction of Maharashtra’s longest balanced cantilever (CLC) bridge in Nagpur, spanning 271 meters across the Vena River.

This engineering feat is part of the 6.7-km Reach-3A Hingna corridor under Nagpur Metro Phase-2, and is aimed at improving urban connectivity while ensuring minimal impact on the river’s ecosystem. The ₹45 crore bridge is a critical component of the ₹378 crore Reach-3A project, which includes seven metro stations.

Rising 16 meters above the existing road bridge, the structure will use the balanced cantilever construction method, which eliminates the need for support piers in the riverbed. This approach preserves natural water flow and ensures environmental sustainability during construction.

The bridge comprises a central span of 120 meters, with adjoining spans of 79 meters and 72 meters, along with additional extensions to seamlessly connect with existing road infrastructure. The project is being executed by Kalpataru Projects International Ltd. (KPIL), with designs provided by its technical team Ayesa. Structural validation is being carried out by VNIT Nagpur along with an independent consultant.

The bridge is expected to be completed within 18 months, marking a significant milestone in sustainable urban infrastructure development for the region.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.