Sonowal Approves ₹472 Crore ROB Project at Tuna-Tekra to Boost Port Connectivity
Summary
Sarbananda Sonowal has approved a ₹472 crore Road Over Bridge (ROB) and supporting road infrastructure at Tuna-Tekra to strengthen port connectivity and accelerate cargo evacuation. The scope covers viaducts, a bridge across a creek, approach roads and an integrated 10-year maintenance plan to ensure long-term performance.
The ROB is planned as a strategic link for the upcoming Tuna-Tekra Mega Container Terminal (planned capacity 2.19 million TEUs) and a multipurpose cargo berth (18.33 MMTPA). The proposal was reviewed by the Delegated Investment Board and execution will be aligned with the terminal’s commissioning, which is reported to be around 45 per cent physically complete. Expected outcomes include reduced turnaround times, smoother heavy-vehicle movement, eased rail bottlenecks and more efficient port evacuation. The project also supports national maritime strategies such as Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
Key Points
- ₹472 crore approval for a Road Over Bridge and ancillary road works at Tuna-Tekra to improve port connectivity.
- Major civil works include viaducts, a creek-crossing bridge and associated approach infrastructure with a 10-year maintenance plan.
- Directly supports the Tuna-Tekra Mega Container Terminal (2.19M TEU capacity) and a multipurpose berth (18.33 MMTPA).
- Anticipated benefits: lower vessel turnaround, faster cargo movement, reduced rail congestion and better evacuation from the port.
- Reviewed by the Delegated Investment Board; timed to align with terminal commissioning (approx. 45% complete).
- Aligns with broader policy goals under Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
Why should I read this?
Quick and blunt: this is a proper infrastructure nod that will actually change how cargo flows in and out of a major new terminal. If you work in shipping, terminals, freight or transport planning, this might shave days off schedules and shift where capacity pressure lands. Worth watching for procurement, contract and timeline news.