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Coimbatore commuters are in for relief as CM Stalin inaugurates TN’s longest flyover today. Can this massive structure truly change the city’s daily travel experience? Read the article to know the full story.
MK Stalin is set to inaugurate the state’s longest flyover
Coimbatore: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin is all set to inaugurate the state’s largest flyover on Avinashi Road today. The 10.1-kilometer-long elevated road, now named GD Naidu Bridge is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion in Coimbatore and improve connectivity across key areas of the city.
The 10-kilometre-long flyover, built between Uppilipalayam and Goldwins, is named after legendary industrialist GD Naidu, known as the'Edison of India'. The structure rests on 304 pillars and features 10 lanes, making it the largest of its kind in southern India.
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The four-lane Avinashi Road flyover, stretching from Uppilipalayam to Goldwins, is supported by 305 pillars and illuminated by 610 bulbs. Designed to modern infrastructure standards, the bridge also features landscaped bougainvillea plants and a Sirutuli drip irrigation system to maintain greenery along its stretch.
Construction began in 2020 during the AIADMK regime and was completed under the DMK government, highlighting continuity in urban development across political tenures.
The project involved over 100 civil engineers and 50 electrical engineers, reflecting the scale and complexity of the work. The total cost of the flyover is estimated at Rs 1,791 crore, making it one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin
Initially, there were political speculations that CM Stalin might name the flyover after his father, former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi, which could have led to opposition from various quarters. To avoid controversy, the flyover has been named after GD Naidu, the renowned self-taught engineer from Coimbatore, often called the “Edison of India” for his inventive contributions to science and technology.
As per the city officials, the flyover to dramatically reduce travel time along one of Coimbatore’s busiest corridors. By diverting through-traffic from surface roads, the bridge will ease congestion in neighborhoods, improve commercial transport efficiency, and make commuting safer and faster for thousands of residents daily.
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The inauguration of this flyover is seen as a milestone in Tamil Nadu’s urban infrastructure development. Beyond easing traffic, the project reflects a blend of modern engineering, landscaping, and sustainable design.
With CM Stalin officially opening the GD Naidu Bridge today, Coimbatore is set to witness a transformation in its transport landscape, combining functionality with tribute to one of the city’s most iconic innovators.
