The project, launched on February 27, will affect 166 households across 14,000 square meters of land. Authorities emphasize that the expansion will play a vital role in modernizing the city’s infrastructure, ensuring smoother traffic flow between key districts.

Easing congestion in a high-traffic zone

According to Le Tran Kien, Chairman of the Binh Thanh People’s Committee, Chu Van An Street is a major arterial road connecting multiple key routes, including Dinh Bo Linh, Phan Chu Trinh, No Trang Long, and Phan Van Tri.

For years, the narrow 5-6 meter stretch between Nga 5 Binh Hoa and Phan Chu Trinh Street has been a notorious choke point, causing daily traffic congestion and disrupting local businesses. The expansion will eliminate this bottleneck, providing a more efficient route for commuters and freight transport.

Local officials stress that the project is not just about traffic flow, but also aims to enhance urban infrastructure and improve residents’ quality of life.

A push for faster completion

At the groundbreaking ceremony, Bui Xuan Cuong, Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, emphasized that the Chu Van An expansion project is the first in a series of major infrastructure upgrades planned for the city.

Other key projects set to follow include:

Renovation of the Xuyen Tam Canal, aimed at improving drainage and urban aesthetics.

Upgrades to My Thuy Intersection, a crucial transport hub.

Initial site clearance for the Ho Chi Minh City – Moc Bai Expressway, enhancing regional connectivity.

Construction of Ring Road 2 (Phase 1) in Thu Duc City, strengthening the city’s transport network.

Vice Chairman Bui Xuan Cuong has urged contractors to reduce the construction timeline from 10 months to 6-8 months, ensuring quicker benefits for the public. He also emphasized the importance of proactive resource management, particularly for construction materials like sand and fill dirt, to prevent project delays.

Transforming Ho Chi Minh City’s infrastructure

The Chu Van An expansion project is a crucial step in Ho Chi Minh City’s broader urban development strategy. As the city continues to grow, eliminating traffic bottlenecks and improving infrastructure remains a top priority.

By accelerating road expansions, upgrading key intersections, and investing in new expressways, city officials aim to boost economic activity, enhance daily commuting, and create a more livable urban environment.

Tuan Kiet