The Municipal Corporation has initiated steps to make the Theme Road free from all overhead cables and electricity lines. The project estimated to cost around Rs 18 crores has been awarded to a Ghaziabad company.
According to sources, in the Gwalior Smart City Development Corporation the renovation project includes the underground laying of all cables and water pipes besides construction of colourful cycle lanes on both sides of the road. The face-lift of the Theme Road is being done under the Smart City Project.
Considered to be one of the busiest and eye-catching roads in the city, The Theme Road runs for around 2 kilometers starting from the Jay Vilas Palace and going towards the GR Medical College.
It was earlier constructed at a total cost of Rs 2 crores.
Speaking to the media persons, Vinod Sharma, the Commissioner of Gwalior Municipal Corporation said that the tender of the Ghaziabad Company has been approved and the revamping work will commence soon. He added that traffic signal lights too will be installed at all junctions in the road.
The Commissioner also said that the design has been created following the norms set under the Smart City Project guidelines to ensure that proper roads and essentials are implemented to create better roads for the public, considering all present and future needs.
He added that once the facelift is completed the Theme Road will be a great road not only for vehicles, but also for pedestrians and cyclists.
Sources further said that in the Smart City Project the new design will also be pedestrian friendly, especially for the senior citizens who frequent the road for morning and evening walks.
likewise the colored cycle lane is intended to promote cycle travel, which in turn is expected to play a big role in reducing air pollution.