• Kolkata’s 2nd Hooghly Bridge closed for 8 hours today: Check traffic diversions here
    Indian Express | 3 November 2025
  • Second Hooghly Bridge: The Vidyasagar Setu, also known as the second Hooghly bridge, which serves as a major entry point to Kolkata, remains fully closed between 6 am and 2 pm on Sunday (November 2), according to an order released by Kolkata Traffic Police.

    The movement of all types of vehicles are restricted to ply along the Vidyasagar Setu and its ramps during the first half of the day, the order stated, citing repair and rehabilitation of the bridge, including replacement of stay and holding down cables and bearings.

    The vehicles will be diverted via alternate routes during the eight designated hours on Sunday, the Kolkata Traffic Police order added, in the interest of public safety and convenience.

    Here’s the list of traffic routes that will be affected, and the alternate roads you can take to reach the Howrah bridge:

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