Video: Built at Rs 422 crore, Patna’s new double-deck flyover sinks just 2 months after inauguration

A portion of a newly inaugurated double-deck flyover in Patna has sunk following days of heavy rain in the city, causing concern about the quality of construction and the city’s overall drainage system.

The flyover, built at a cost of Rs 422 crore, was inaugurated on 11 June. Barely two months later, part of it has visibly dipped, reportedly due to incessant rain since Saturday night, as per TOI. The sunken section has triggered a flurry of complaints from residents and civic bodies have begun damage assessment.

Heavy Rain Turns City into a Pool

Due to continuous downpour, several parts of Patna are facing severe waterlogging. Drain water overflowed into residential areas, halting daily life and affecting traffic. Several roads, including Boring Road, Bailey Road, Khazanchi Road, and Exhibition Road, are under ankle- to waist-deep water.

Tree branches fell, vehicles broke down on flooded roads, and traffic congestion worsened across the city. Civic workers are reportedly struggling to manage the drainage load.

‘Drain Water Entered Our Homes,’ Say Angry Residents

In Ramnagri More, Vyas Nagar, locals are upset with the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC). Rohit Kumar, a resident, told TOI, “Water entered most homes here. We complained to the PMC, but nothing has been done. Some of our things are already ruined.”

Several areas including Pataliputra Colony, Kankarbagh, and Rajendra Nagar saw repeated complaints about drainage failure. According to TOI, water even flooded hospitals, schools, shops, and car showrooms.

One resident, Sunny Shah, alleged that car dealers on Exhibition Road were blocking drains with plastic waste. “It’s affecting all of Ward 37,” he told TOI.

Ministers and Officials Rush for Damage Control

As per TOI, road construction minister Nitin Nabin and municipal commissioner Animesh Kumar Parashar visited flooded areas on Sunday. Nabin instructed officers to work in “alert mode” and fix all mechanical or electric faults in drainage systems quickly.

“With Ganga water rising, draining rainwater has become more difficult,” he said. He also ordered BUIDCo and civic teams to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply at sump houses.

Commissioner Parashar told TOI that 19 quick response teams are monitoring flood-prone zones across Patna. “Drainage is being carried out promptly despite heavy rain,” he said.

Highway Blocked, Power Supply Hit

In Khusrupur block, a large tree fell on the Patna–Bakhtiyarpur State Highway-106, blocking traffic for over two hours. The incident also disrupted electricity in nearby areas, adding to the city’s misery.

While the rain has exposed gaps in infrastructure, the sinking of a major flyover just weeks after its inauguration has left citizens demanding answers, and accountability.

Inputs from TOI