Guwahati’s Massive 6-Lane Brahmaputra Bridge Nears Completion, Expected to Significantly Cut Travel Time
Guwahati’s infrastructure push is set to gain a major boost as construction of the city’s new six-lane bridge over the Brahmaputra River reaches its final phase. The landmark structure, one of the region’s most ambitious connectivity projects, is now nearing completion and is expected to sharply reduce travel time between key points on both sides of the river.
Designed to ease congestion on existing corridors and improve regional mobility, the bridge will connect North Guwahati with the core city, providing a faster alternative to the heavily used stretch near the Saraighat Bridge. Once operational, the new link is projected to cut commute time by several minutes during peak hours and streamline movement for daily commuters, logistics operators, and emergency services.
Officials involved in the project noted that major structural works have been completed, with final finishing activities, road surfacing, and safety installations now underway. The bridge is being developed with modern engineering standards, including wider lanes, improved load-bearing capacity, and enhanced safety features to support rising traffic volumes in the region.
The new corridor is expected to play a vital role in Guwahati’s long-term urban expansion, improving access to educational institutions, industrial clusters, and residential zones across the river. It will also support smoother connectivity with national highways, benefiting trade and tourism across Assam.
Authorities are aiming for timely commissioning, after which the bridge is expected to become one of Guwahati’s most critical transport arteries, offering quicker, more reliable access and easing pressure on existing infrastructure.
