Hydraulic two-wheeler parking systems to be installed at key city locations soon

Patna: In a bid to address the city's mounting parking issues, Patna Smart City Limited (PSCL) has announced the installation of advanced hydraulic parking systems for two-wheelers at key locations in the city. These state-of-the-art facilities will be established on Boring Road, Maurya Lok Complex and the Kadamkuan locality, allowing for optimal use of limited space to accommodate more vehicles.
Authorities have set a four-month deadline for completion of the project, inspired by the success of similar hydraulic parking systems implemented for cars at Maurya Lok and Budh Marg. The tender for the new project has already been floated.
"The project is under the bidding process. Interested agencies can download the bid document until May 13. The technical bid will be opened on May 13, followed by the financial bid on May 14. The deadline for project completion is four months," said PSCL spokesperson Priya Saurabh.
The project, with an estimated cost of Rs 4.65 crore, will include three fully automated hydraulic parking facilities, one each at Maurya Lok Complex, Boring Road Chauraha and near the Kadamkuan vending zone. "Each unit will accommodate 96 two-wheelers and include manual override options for emergencies. The infrastructure will also feature boom barriers, ticket counters, firefighting equipment, LED lights and lift platforms," Priya added.
These hydraulic lift platforms allow for vertical or horizontal movement of vehicles within a compact area. Using a shuttle dolly system, a vehicle placed on the ground floor is automatically transported to upper levels and retrieved with the help of robotic mechanisms.
The facilities will be equipped with parking sensors, CCTV surveillance, and automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras. Commuters visiting areas such as Maurya Lok, Income-Tax Roundabout, Dak Bungalow, Fraser Road, GPO roundabout, Budh Marg, Kadamkuan and Boring Road will be able to park their vehicles safely and avoid roadside parking.
Users will also be able to pre-book parking slots. Multiple payment options will be available, including cash, UPI, and debit cards. After payment, a receipt will be generated, serving as both a parking token and a retrieval slip.