In a significant development, the Centre has granted approval for handing over 3380 sq yards of Defence land to facilitate the completion of Mehdipatnam’s Skywalk, a long-pending project initiated by the previous Government. The latest design for the Skywalk received the Centre’s nod on Wednesday, marking a crucial step towards the project’s realization. The completion of this major initiative in the Mehdipatnam area aims to alleviate pedestrian traffic congestion.
The breakthrough follows Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s visit to Delhi on January 5, where he met with Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. During the meeting, Revanth Reddy sought 0.21 hectares of Defence land to finalize the construction of a Skywalk at Rythu Bazar in Mehdipatnam. The objective is to address both traffic congestion and ensure safe passage for pedestrians. The Chief Minister highlighted that the Skywalk construction was nearly complete but faced delays due to the pending transfer of Defence land for the project.
The positive response from the Centre prompted the Chief Minister to revise the plan in alignment with the Defence Zone’s requirements. The Centre, in agreeing to provide 3380 sq yards of land, has stipulated the provision of basic amenities for Defence worth Rs 15.15 crores. The land handover is expected within the next four weeks, paving the way for the Skywalk’s completion. With these developments, the hurdles for the major project are cleared, and pedestrians can anticipate unrestricted movement over the Mumbai Highway in the coming months, as per officials.
