Mon Dec 08 01:30:00 UTC 2025: Bengaluru Roads Get a Major Overhaul: 10-Year Maintenance Mandate Introduced for ORR

Bengaluru, India – December 8, 2025 – In a groundbreaking move, the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), through its Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) B-SMILE, is set to revolutionize road construction and maintenance standards in Bengaluru. A new mandate will require contractors to assume 10-year maintenance liability for the refurbishment of the 17.01-km Outer Ring Road (ORR) stretch between Silk Board and K.R. Puram. This marks a significant increase from the current two-year Defect Liability Period (DLP).

B.S. Prahallad, Technical Director of B-SMILE, stated the change is aimed at tackling the persistent issue of substandard road construction. Contractors will be compelled to use high-quality Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) and perform Full Depth Reclamation (FDR), rebuilding the road from the sub-base to eliminate excuses for premature deterioration. Furthermore, B-SMILE will require documentation verifying the source of asphalt components, ensuring the use of VG30 bitumen and preventing the use of low-grade mixes.

The project, estimated to cost ₹450 crore, is expected to begin in February 2026 and be completed by the end of the year. The ORR overhaul will not only focus on roads but also aim to upgrade walkways, cycle lanes, and cable ducts to meet global standards. Additionally, B-SMILE will build modern bus shelters independently, moving away from partnerships with private advertising agencies.

While the main carriageway will only see partial reconstruction, the service lanes are slated for complete rebuilding. B-SMILE officials express optimism that the initiative will set a new benchmark for road quality in Bengaluru, particularly on the vital IT corridor of the ORR. The Blue Line Phase 2A metro project between Silk Board and K.R. Puram, led by BMRCL, is also on track for completion by December 2026.

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