Daudnagar NH-139 Bypass Project Moves Closer to Construction

The proposed NH-139 bypass near Daudnagar in Aurangabad district is moving closer to construction, as the tender process has reached its final stage. The project has an estimated cost of ₹288 crore and is expected to reduce traffic congestion in Daudnagar after completion.

Around 29.08 hectares of land will be acquired for the project. Land in Amauna, Sipaha, Nima, Ankoraha, Tarari, Pilchi, Tarar and Mahawar mauzas has been identified for acquisition.

Around ₹159 crore of the total project cost will be spent on road construction. The remaining amount will be used for land acquisition. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will carry out the construction work.

Bypass to Connect NH-139 and NH-120

The proposed bypass will run along the eastern side of Bhakhraua Chowk. It will start from NH-139 near BEd College on the Daudnagar-Patna road and reconnect with NH-139 near the Nasriganj Road overbridge towards Aurangabad. The road will also cross NH-120, where an overbridge has been proposed. It will pass near Budhanbigha village before reaching the area near the jail.

Land Acquisition Work Being Expedited

NHAI executive engineer Tulsi Prasad said officials recently inspected the site as part of the land acquisition process. The team included district land acquisition officer Shubhendra Kumar Jha, SDO Ritesh Kumar Yadav, Daudnagar LRDC Pranav Kumar, additional district land acquisition officer Jitendra Kumar Sinha and Daudnagar circle officer, among others.

Officials have decided to speed up the land acquisition process so the project can move forward.

Once completed, the bypass will allow vehicles travelling between Patna and Aurangabad to avoid the congested parts of Daudnagar. It is expected to reduce traffic pressure at Bhakhraua Chowk, which sees heavy vehicle movement.

With the tender process nearing completion, the project is now closer to entering the construction phase. The bypass is also expected to improve connectivity for nearby areas and create local employment during construction. For residents, the new road will provide an alternative route for traffic travelling between Patna and Aurangabad and may make daily travel easier.