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Bhopal Minister Imposes ₹20 Lakh Fine on Contractor for Bairagarh Bridge Delay, Sets March 2027 Deadline
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 08:00 PM
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Bhopal's Public Works Minister Rakesh Singh has slapped a ₹20 lakh penalty on the contractor of the Bairagarh Elevated Bridge over its delays and safety lapses, demanding completion by March 2027.
The Bhopal Public Works Minister Rakesh Singh has taken a hard line on the stalled construction of the Bairagarh Elevated Bridge, citing delays and safety shortcomings.
Under the directive, the contractor has been fined ₹20 lakh and warned that any further lapses could lead to additional penalties.
The ministry has set a firm completion target of March 2027, urging the contractor to accelerate work and adhere to safety protocols to avoid further sanctions.
Under the directive, the contractor has been fined ₹20 lakh and warned that any further lapses could lead to additional penalties.
The ministry has set a firm completion target of March 2027, urging the contractor to accelerate work and adhere to safety protocols to avoid further sanctions.