Land Acquisition Underway for 2-km Tunnel to Bypass Hebbal Flyover – Bengaluru Aims to Ease Airport Connectivity and Decongest Traffic

Bengaluru’s traffic woes around the Hebbal flyover may soon see a significant turnaround. The city administration has commenced land acquisition for a two-kilometer, bidirectional tunnel designed to link Mehkri Circle directly to the airport, effectively bypassing the often-congested Hebbal flyover .

Strategically positioned, the tunnel is set to have its exit point on Ballari Road by Hebbal Lake, while vehicles entering toward the city will use the entry near Esteem Mall . This alignment promises to ease the traffic bottlenecks that plague one of Bengaluru’s arterial highways, offering commuters a smoother ride between the city and Kempegowda International Airport.

While details such as the exact route or construction model (e.g. cut-and-cover vs. other tunnelling methods) were not specified in the Deccan Herald article, the project clearly aligns with broader decongestion and urban planning initiatives recently seen across the city. It’s likely related to, or at least complements, other infrastructure efforts like the 16.7 km North–South tunnel corridor approved in May 2025 and Hebbal ramp expansions .

The land acquisition marks the first vital step toward launching the construction phase—a process that will demand careful coordination with area stakeholders and possibly more negotiations for additional land, including from agencies like the BBMP and defence authorities, as seen in other related projects .

If successfully executed, this tunnel could offer much-needed relief to commuters from neighborhoods such as Ganganagar, RT Nagar, and Sanjaynagar, shortening travel time and reducing the ever-present stress of peak-hour traffic.

Stay tuned as the project details unfold, including construction timelines, funding models, and the expected date when Bengaluru commuters can enjoy this much-anticipated bypass.