- By Deeksha Gour
- Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:58 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Bengaluru News: MG Road is set for major underground work for the first time in almost 40 years, with the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) preparing to replace ageing water and sanitary pipelines. The upgrade is expected to begin after Republic Day and may take several months to complete.
The existing pipelines have suffered corrosion over time, leading to repeated leaks and reports of contamination. Officials say that replacing the entire network is necessary before any road redevelopment takes place.
Work Scope And Traffic Impact
According to a Deccan Herald report, the BWSSB plans to install new lines on both sides of MG Road between Brigade Road and Trinity Circle. Towards Anil Kumble Circle, only one side will be excavated as the opposite stretch has no commercial activity.
The project will require the water board to use around 10 feet of road space on each side, amounting to one full lane. Traffic movement is likely to be affected throughout the work period.
Linked To Upcoming Road Upgrades
The push for pipeline replacement comes after the Bengaluru Central City Corporation approved a white-topping plan for the 2.2-km stretch of MG Road, costing Rs 45 crore. The water board must finish laying new lines before the white-topping begins, as both projects are closely linked.
Shantinagar MLA N. A. Harris has expressed concerns about the duration of white-topping and its traffic impact. He said work should begin only after the New Year and Republic Day events conclude.
Alternative Road Surface Considered
At a recent meeting led by Additional Chief Secretary Tushar Girinath, officials discussed using Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) instead of white-topping. SMA was preferred by some because it can be laid faster and is expected to last longer.
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Pipelines Last Replaced 40 Years Ago
According to senior BWSSB officials, the current lines were installed about four decades ago. Frequent contamination complaints from establishments along the stretch pushed for immediate replacement.
The new network is expected to serve the area for another 40 years and will also cover connections to military and police facilities along the route.
