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| ⚫ | The '''Banaras Flyover''' is the largest ]<ref>{{cite web |last1=on No 1 |first1=Banaras Flyover |title=Karachi Metropolitan Corporation |url=https://kmc.gos.pk/functions |website=KMC}}</ref> in ], ] and made due to the deadliest ] in the history of ], the ]. Spanning nearly two kilometers in length and 24 meters in width,<ref>{{cite web |last1=Banaras flyover to be ready by Aug |first1=KARACHI |title=KARACHI, April 14 The City District Government Karachi has completed 40 per cent of the development work on the under-construction Banaras Chowk flyover, and CDGK officials say it will be completed within the next four months. |url=https://www.dawn.com/news/976754/karachi-banaras-flyover-to-be-ready-by-aug |website=Dawn News |date=15 April 2009 |access-date=27 December 2024}}</ref> it is one of the city's most significant and longest infrastructural projects. The flyover connects ] to Sajidabad and ], alleviating traffic congestion in one of Karachi's busiest areas. Officially inaugurated in 2012,<ref>{{cite news |last1=News International |first1=Dawn |title=Work on Banaras flyover completed |url=https://www.dawn.com/news/687133/work-on-banaras-flyover-completed |agency=Dawn News}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=News International |first1=Dawn |title=KARACHI, April 14 The City District Government Karachi has completed 40 per cent of the development work on the under-construction Banaras Chowk flyover, and CDGK officials say it will be completed within the next four months. |url=https://www.dawn.com/news/607077/one-track-of-banaras-flyover-opens |access-date=27 December 2024 |agency=Dawn News}}</ref> the flyover had partial access during its construction phase prior to the official opening.{{Cn|date=December 2024}} | ||
| ==Banaras Flyover== | |||
| ⚫ | The '''Banaras Flyover''' is the largest ]<ref>{{cite web |last1=on No 1 |first1=Banaras Flyover |title=Karachi Metropolitan Corporation |url=https://kmc.gos.pk/functions |website=KMC}}</ref> in ], ]. Spanning nearly two kilometers in length and 24 meters in width<ref>{{cite web |last1=Banaras flyover to be ready by Aug |first1=KARACHI |title=KARACHI, April 14 The City District Government Karachi has completed 40 per cent of the development work on the under-construction Banaras Chowk flyover, and CDGK officials say it will be completed within the next four months. |url=https://www.dawn.com/news/976754/karachi-banaras-flyover-to-be-ready-by-aug |website=Dawn News | |
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| ⚫ | Constructed at an estimated cost of approximately ] 1 billion,<ref>{{cite web |last1=(PVT) LTD |first1=KAINATT ENTERPRISES |title=This Project is constructed at banaras Chock. it is junction of three towns' i.e SITE town, North nazimabad and orangi town. Trafic at Banaras chock always remained chocked before construction of flyover resulting in wastage of fuel,time & energy. After completion of flyover, there is no traffic congestion.the project has been completed as per schedule. |url=https://www.kainattenterprises.com/2189-2/ |website=KAINATT ENTERPRISES |access-date=27 December 2024}}</ref> the Banaras Flyover involved extensive use of heavy machinery, impacting the surrounding areas, including the destruction of local road gutters and ]. The project aimed to improve ], reduce commute times, and enhance ] between the adjoining neighborhoods.{{Cn|date=December 2024}} | ||
| ===Construction and Cost=== | |||
| ⚫ | Constructed at an estimated cost of approximately ] 1 billion<ref>{{cite web |last1=(PVT) LTD |first1=KAINATT ENTERPRISES |title=This Project is constructed at banaras Chock. it is junction of three |
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| ⚫ | The flyover passes over Bacha Khan Chowk, a historically significant intersection named after ] (Bacha Khan), a prominent ] ] and ] of non-violence. Before the flyover's construction, Bacha Khan Chowk was a vibrant public space, often used for political rallies and community gatherings. However, the construction of the flyover has overshadowed this area, transforming the space beneath it into an underutilized and poorly maintained environment.<ref name=":0">{{cite web |last1=People want it named after the Bacha Khan Chowk it has virtually destroyed. |first1=What’s in a name? Everything, says this neighbourhood for new Banaras flyover |title=At almost two kilometres, 'Banaras flyover' may be Karachi's longest yet but for many people in the neighbourhood, it will be its name and not its utility that will matter in the end. |url=https://tribune.com.pk/story/320643/what%e2%80%99s-in-a-name-everything-says-this-neighbourhood-for-new-banaras-flyover |website=Tribune |date=12 January 2012 |publisher=The Express Tribune |access-date=27 December 2024}}</ref> | ||
| ===Bacha Khan Chowk=== | |||
| ⚫ | The flyover passes over Bacha Khan Chowk, a historically significant intersection named after ] (Bacha Khan), a prominent ] ] and ] of non-violence. Before the flyover's construction, Bacha Khan Chowk was a vibrant public space, often used for political rallies and community gatherings. However, the construction of the flyover has overshadowed this area, transforming the space beneath it into an underutilized and poorly maintained environment.<ref>{{cite web |last1=People want it named after the Bacha Khan Chowk it has virtually destroyed. |first1=What’s in a name? Everything, says this neighbourhood for new Banaras flyover |title=At almost two kilometres, |
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| Although officially referred to as the Banaras Flyover, the project has been a subject of political contention. The ] (ANP), with a stronghold in the area, pushed for naming the flyover after Bacha Khan to honor his legacy. Despite these efforts, the official name remains tied to ], the neighborhood primarily served by the ].<ref name=":0" /> | |||
| ===Naming Controversy=== | |||
| == References == | |||
| Although officially referred to as the Banaras Flyover, the project has been a subject of political contention. The ] (ANP), with a stronghold in the area, pushed for naming the flyover after Bacha Khan to honor his legacy. Despite these efforts, the official name remains tied to ], the neighborhood primarily served by the ].<ref>{{cite web |last1=People want it named after the Bacha Khan Chowk it has virtually destroyed. |first1=What’s in a name? Everything, says this neighbourhood for new Banaras flyover |title=At almost two kilometres, ‘Banaras flyover’ may be Karachi’s longest yet but for many people in the neighbourhood, it will be its name and not its utility that will matter in the end. |url=https://tribune.com.pk/story/320643/what%e2%80%99s-in-a-name-everything-says-this-neighbourhood-for-new-banaras-flyover |website=Tribune |publisher=The Express Tribune |access-date=27 December 2024}}</ref> | |||
| ===Urban Challenges=== | |||
| While the Banaras Flyover has significantly improved traffic flow and connectivity, it has had mixed effects on the surrounding community. The reduction in foot traffic has led to economic losses for local businesses, and the area underneath the flyover has faced issues with encroachments, drug abuse, and criminal activities. These challenges highlight the complexities of urban planning in densely populated cities like Karachi.<ref>{{cite web |last1=People want it named after the Bacha Khan Chowk it has virtually destroyed. |first1=What’s in a name? Everything, says this neighbourhood for new Banaras flyover |title=At almost two kilometres, ‘Banaras flyover’ may be Karachi’s longest yet but for many people in the neighbourhood, it will be its name and not its utility that will matter in the end. |url=https://tribune.com.pk/story/320643/what%e2%80%99s-in-a-name-everything-says-this-neighbourhood-for-new-banaras-flyover |website=Tribune |publisher=The Express Tribune |access-date=27 December 2024}}</ref> | |||
| ===Legacy=== | |||
| Despite these challenges, the Banaras Flyover remains a monumental infrastructural achievement, symbolizing Karachi's efforts to modernize its transportation network. The flyover continues to play a crucial role in improving connectivity between neighborhoods, while the intersection with Bacha Khan Chowk ensures that the legacy of the Pashtun leader is preserved, even as the flyover transforms the urban landscape of the area.<ref>{{cite web |last1=People want it named after the Bacha Khan Chowk it has virtually destroyed. |first1=What’s in a name? Everything, says this neighbourhood for new Banaras flyover |title=At almost two kilometres, ‘Banaras flyover’ may be Karachi’s longest yet but for many people in the neighbourhood, it will be its name and not its utility that will matter in the end. |url=https://tribune.com.pk/story/320643/what%e2%80%99s-in-a-name-everything-says-this-neighbourhood-for-new-banaras-flyover |website=Tribune |publisher=The Express Tribune |access-date=27 December 2024}}</ref> | |||
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Latest revision as of 03:38, 18 January 2025
Road junction| Banaras Flyover بنارس سر پل | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan | |
| Coordinates | 25°30′22″N 82°48′24″E / 25.506149°N 82.8067108°E / 25.506149; 82.8067108 |
| Roads at junction | North Nazimabad Sajidabad |
| Construction | |
| Type | Flyover |
| Lanes | 2 one-way traffic |
| Constructed | by Kainatt Enterprises (PVT) Ltd |
| Opened | 2012 |
The Banaras Flyover is the largest flyover in Karachi, Pakistan and made due to the deadliest riot in the history of Pakistan, the Qasba Aligarh massacre. Spanning nearly two kilometers in length and 24 meters in width, it is one of the city's most significant and longest infrastructural projects. The flyover connects North Nazimabad to Sajidabad and Orangi Town, alleviating traffic congestion in one of Karachi's busiest areas. Officially inaugurated in 2012, the flyover had partial access during its construction phase prior to the official opening.
Constructed at an estimated cost of approximately PKR 1 billion, the Banaras Flyover involved extensive use of heavy machinery, impacting the surrounding areas, including the destruction of local road gutters and drainage systems. The project aimed to improve traffic flow, reduce commute times, and enhance connectivity between the adjoining neighborhoods.
The flyover passes over Bacha Khan Chowk, a historically significant intersection named after Abdul Ghaffar Khan (Bacha Khan), a prominent Pashtun leader and advocate of non-violence. Before the flyover's construction, Bacha Khan Chowk was a vibrant public space, often used for political rallies and community gatherings. However, the construction of the flyover has overshadowed this area, transforming the space beneath it into an underutilized and poorly maintained environment.
Although officially referred to as the Banaras Flyover, the project has been a subject of political contention. The Awami National Party (ANP), with a stronghold in the area, pushed for naming the flyover after Bacha Khan to honor his legacy. Despite these efforts, the official name remains tied to Banaras Colony, the neighborhood primarily served by the flyover.
References
- on No 1, Banaras Flyover. "Karachi Metropolitan Corporation". KMC.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - Banaras flyover to be ready by Aug, KARACHI (15 April 2009). "KARACHI, April 14 The City District Government Karachi has completed 40 per cent of the development work on the under-construction Banaras Chowk flyover, and CDGK officials say it will be completed within the next four months". Dawn News. Retrieved 27 December 2024.
- News International, Dawn. "Work on Banaras flyover completed". Dawn News.
- News International, Dawn. "KARACHI, April 14 The City District Government Karachi has completed 40 per cent of the development work on the under-construction Banaras Chowk flyover, and CDGK officials say it will be completed within the next four months". Dawn News. Retrieved 27 December 2024.
- (PVT) LTD, KAINATT ENTERPRISES. "This Project is constructed at banaras Chock. it is junction of three towns' i.e SITE town, North nazimabad and orangi town. Trafic at Banaras chock always remained chocked before construction of flyover resulting in wastage of fuel,time & energy. After completion of flyover, there is no traffic congestion.the project has been completed as per schedule". KAINATT ENTERPRISES. Retrieved 27 December 2024.
- ^ People want it named after the Bacha Khan Chowk it has virtually destroyed., What’s in a name? Everything, says this neighbourhood for new Banaras flyover (12 January 2012). "At almost two kilometres, 'Banaras flyover' may be Karachi's longest yet but for many people in the neighbourhood, it will be its name and not its utility that will matter in the end". Tribune. The Express Tribune. Retrieved 27 December 2024.
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