Kolkata: The Kolkata Police have found a new road towards Rabindra Sarobar Metro station to divert small vehicles with a view to lower the vehicular pressure on Durgapur Bridge and Tollygunge Circular Road. According to the police, there is a road through New Alipore, which merges with Deshpran Sasmal Road. It passes through a culvert which is locally called the 'kaathpool area.'
Sources informed that Kolkata Police and the Irrigation department have paid a joint visit to the spot to check the ground reality on whether the area is wide enough for vehicular movement.
Following the visit, it was found that small vehicles and two-wheelers can be diverted through this area. Only a median needs to be removed which was built in the middle portion of the culvert to prevent vehicles from using it.
As per the plan, police along with Irrigation department officials and workers went there to demolish the median on Tuesday. However, the local residents objected to the move. According to them, if any heavy vehicle moves through, the culvert might not be strong enough to support the weight. Later, police informed them that only small vehicles and two-wheelers will be diverted through the area.
Local councillor Jui Biswas also agreed with the police. "We need to cooperate with the police. They are well aware of the area. There will be police personnel there to manage traffic," said Jui.
Later, following a chat with the police, the local residents got assurance that no heavy vehicle will ply through the area. Police have also promised to post enough personnel there.
According to the officials from Kolkata Police, the road will be used to divert small vehicles. As a result, the pressure on Tollygunge Circular Road will reduce, which will also reduce the travelling time.