Ahmedabad’s urban infrastructure has once again come under scrutiny following reports of serious structural issues on the Income Tax Flyover, one of the city’s busiest overbridges. Constructed just six years ago at an estimated cost of ₹65 crore, the flyover is now showing worrying signs of deterioration, raising concerns over commuter safety.
The latest findings come close on the heels of the controversy surrounding Subhash Bridge and have renewed questions about construction quality and maintenance standards followed by the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC). Recent inspections have revealed that expansion joints on the flyover have come apart, with securing screws exposed and visibly worn. Gaps have reportedly developed on the bridge surface, posing a direct risk to vehicles.
Motorists using the stretch face potential dangers such as tyre damage and an increased likelihood of accidents, particularly given the heavy traffic flow. Despite the seriousness of the defects, no barricades have been installed and repair work has yet to begin, according to sources.
What has raised further concern is that the flyover was inspected as recently as July this year and was officially declared to be in good condition at the time. The emergence of such extensive damage within a few months has prompted questions about the accuracy of earlier assessments and the effectiveness of routine inspections.
The development follows the closure of the Subhash Bridge over the Sabarmati River on December 4 for maintenance work, which halted both vehicular and pedestrian movement on one of Ahmedabad’s key connectors between the western and northern parts of the city.
Reacting to the issue, AMC Roads and Buildings Committee chairman Jayesh Patel said he was unaware of the problem but assured that he would take it up with officials and ensure that necessary action is initiated at the earliest.