What is the Road Work in Varthur?

Varthur Road in East Bangalore is one of the city’s busiest stretches. It connects major IT hubs like Whitefield , Sarjapur, and Marathahalli. With growing traffic and new housing projects, the government has started road widening and upgrade works. This will make travel smoother and improve daily life for commuters and residents.

Varthur Road Widening Project

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has planned a large-scale widening of Varthur Main Road:

• Current road: 2 lanes only
• Future road: 6 lanes, 25 meters wide
• Around 25 properties will be acquired for expansion
• Managed by the Karnataka Road Development Corporation
• Completion expected by October 2025

The road stretch between Kadubeesanahalli Outer Ring Road and Yamaluru Kodi is part of the widening plan, aimed at improving daily connectivity across East Bangalore’s busiest tech corridors.

This expansion will reduce congestion and improve access to tech corridors.

Key Features of the Road Work

The Varthur Road project is more than just widening. It includes:

• Footpaths and cycle tracks → Safer for walkers and bikers
• Drainage upgrades → To stop flooding during monsoons
• Street lighting and signals → Better safety at night
• Stormwater management → Reduces waterlogging issues
• New zebra crossings and road signs → Helps pedestrians and improves visibility

These works will make Varthur Road a modern and sustainable transport corridor.

The project is part of BBMP’s larger Smart City and Sustainable Mobility initiative to create wider, greener, and pedestrian-friendly streets across Bangalore.

Current Updates

The project is happening in phases:

1. Phase 1 – Road widening and resurfacing (completed on parts of Varthur Main Road)
2. Phase 2 – Drainage and stormwater line works at key junctions
3. Final Phase – Laying footpaths, cycle lanes, and installing new signals

Most heavy work is carried out between 10 PM and 5 AM to avoid daytime chaos. Still, commuters may face 10–20 minute delays due to diversions and partial lane closures.

Residents are advised to check regular updates from BBMP and Karnataka PWD for traffic diversions, lane closures, and work progress schedules.

Why It Matters for Residents

• Faster access to IT parks and offices
• Reduced travel time to Outer Ring Road and Whitefield
• Safer environment for pedestrians and cyclists
• Improved property value along the stretch

With these improvements, Varthur is set to become one of the most connected hubs in East Bangalore.

The road work in Varthur is a crucial step for better living and smooth travel in East Bangalore. Once completed, the six-lane road will ease congestion, improve safety, and boost real estate growth.

Once fully operational, the new 6-lane corridor will not only ease traffic but also enhance public transport efficiency and reduce commute times by up to 25%.

One of the key upcoming residential projects on this stretch is Prestige Evergreen , a luxury development that benefits directly from these upgrades. It represents the future of modern living in Varthur.