A proposed road and footpath upgrade in Kankhal, Haridwar, has moved to a site-inspection stage ahead of Kumbh Mela 2027. The planned work covers the stretch from Shankaracharya Chowk, via Kankhal police station, to Deshrakshak Tiraha.
Representatives of the Kumbh Mela administration and the Public Works Department visited the route to review the planned improvements. They also met local councillors and residents, who raised questions and offered suggestions about the construction design.
Project covers road renewal and drainage
The approximately 3-kilometre route is scheduled for road renovation alongside new pedestrian facilities. The design includes 2 kilometres of raised footpath and one kilometre of level footpath.
Drainage arrangements will also be developed alongside the road. The sanctioned allocation for the work is about ₹3 crore 93 lakh.
Raised-footpath sample to guide next phase
Concerns expressed by residents and councillors led officials and public representatives to agree on preparing a raised-footpath sample on one section of the route first. Local feedback on that sample will be considered before the remaining work proceeds.
The approach is intended to allow the proposed design to be reviewed at the site before it is applied more broadly. The material available does not specify the construction timetable or the expected completion date.
Third-party quality checks planned
Officials said the construction will undergo regular third-party inspections. They also directed that prescribed standards must be followed and that quality should not be compromised during execution.
The road and footpath works are being taken forward as part of preparations for Kumbh Mela 2027. Authorities said the project would be completed according to the applicable standards for the event.
Conclusion
The Kankhal corridor is set for road renewal, drainage work and new footpaths, with a sample section and public feedback expected to shape the next construction stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Which road section is included in the project?
The work covers the route from Shankaracharya Chowk through Kankhal police station to Deshrakshak Tiraha in Haridwar.
Q. How long is the planned road corridor?
The route is approximately 3 kilometres long.
Q. What type of footpaths are planned?
The proposal includes 2 kilometres of raised footpath and one kilometre of level footpath.
Q. What is the sanctioned amount for the work?
About ₹3 crore 93 lakh has been sanctioned for the project.
Q. Why will a sample footpath section be built first?
Officials and public representatives agreed to create a raised-footpath sample so local residents can share their views before wider construction.
Q. How will construction quality be monitored?
Regular third-party inspections are planned, and officials have directed that prescribed standards be followed.
