The Public Works Department (PWD), under the P.W. (Roads) Directorate of the West Zone and Western Highway Circle–II, has invited a tender for the widening and strengthening of select stretches of the Pandua–Kalna Road (MDR) in the Hooghly district of West Bengal. The work falls under the jurisdiction of Hooghly Highway Division No. II and is scheduled for execution during the financial year 2024–25.
The scope of the project covers multiple segments: from 1.80 km to 5.20 km, 5.80 km to 12.00 km, and 20.00 km to 24.60 km. The development is aimed at enhancing road capacity, improving traffic flow, and increasing safety for both commuters and freight vehicles on this busy regional route connecting important towns.
The financial bid for the tender was opened on April 30, 2025, by officials from PWD Western Highway Circle–II. After thorough evaluation, M/S S S Enterprise emerged as the lowest bidder, fulfilling the technical and financial requirements prescribed in the bid documents.
The project has been valued at ₹22,78,01,442. Upon necessary approvals and contract finalization, the work is expected to begin soon, contributing to robust infrastructure development in Hooghly district.
Key Points:
- Road: Pandua–Kalna Road (MDR), Hooghly district.
- Sections covered: 1.80–5.20 km, 5.80–12.00 km, and 20.00–24.60 km.
- Nature of work: Widening and strengthening.
- Executing Division: Hooghly Highway Division No. II.
- Bid opened on 30th April 2025.
- Contractor Name: M/S S S Enterprise
- project value ₹22,78,01,442
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