Karnataka Cabinet Approves Rs 2,215 Crore Tunnel Project to Ease Bengaluru Traffic Congestion Amid BJP Criticism

Dec 05, 2025 09:55 pm CST

The Karnataka cabinet has approved a Rs 2,215 crore three-lane twin tunnel project to address persistent traffic congestion between Hebbal Junction and Mekhri Circle in north Bengaluru, replacing the previously scrapped steel flyover proposal. BJP leaders, including Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya, have criticized the decision, citing exorbitant costs, potential integration conflicts with existing infrastructure plans, and lack of expert-backed evidence supporting the tunnel as the optimal solution.