Nagpur: A viral video of the city’s newly built Digori–Indora flyover, appearing to cut through the balcony of a private residence in Ashok Chowk, has triggered widespread curiosity and debate over civic planning. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has now clarified that the balcony in question is an “unauthorised construction” and will be demolished by local authorities.
The unusual sight left many residents questioning how a major infrastructure project could pass so close to a house. However, homeowner Pravin Patre, whose 150-year-old residence abuts the flyover, expressed no concern. “This is not my utility area,” he said, noting that he had been briefed about the project in advance. His daughter, Srishti Patre, added that the family intends to install soundproofing once the flyover becomes operational.
NHAI distances itself from action
NHAI Project Director Sinha stated that the balcony was unauthorised and confirmed that the matter has been formally handed over to the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) for demolition. The development has once again spotlighted the need for better coordination between infrastructure projects and enforcement of local property regulations.
Nagpur’s biggest flyover
Stretching 9.2 km at a cost of ₹7,998 crore, the Digori–Indora flyover is the city’s largest so far, designed to decongest major traffic corridors. Yet, a short stretch has now gone viral, as citizens continue to share and discuss the peculiar image of a flyover seemingly brushing past a balcony.
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