The Barapullah Phase-III flyover, a major infrastructure project in Delhi, remains heavily congested just one day after being opened to the public. The project, which carries a total cost of Rs 1,635 crore, was initially greenlit in 2014 with construction commencing the following year. While the infrastructure was intended to alleviate traffic flow in the capital, its debut has been marked by significant bottlenecks.

The project has been a subject of scrutiny due to its extended timeline. Originally slated for completion in 2017, the flyover faced a series of setbacks that pushed its opening back by several years. These delays not only impacted the project's utility but also resulted in a substantial increase in the overall expenditure compared to the initial budget estimates. As commuters navigate the new route, the immediate congestion has raised questions regarding the effectiveness of the design and the long-term planning of the project. While the flyover is now operational, the current traffic conditions suggest that the infrastructure is struggling to handle the volume of vehicles it was designed to accommodate.