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The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is a ground-breaking infrastructure project that would enhance connection between Delhi and Dehradun, two significant Indian cities. It is expected that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will complete the construction of this 210-kilometer access-controlled motorway by January 2025. When finished, it would drastically reduce travel time from the current 6.5 hours to approximately 2.5 hours, greatly increasing convenience for commuters and tourists alike.
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In order to facilitate easier movement for both people and commodities, this ambitious motorway will pass through significant towns including Baghpat, Shamli, and Saharanpur. The project is part of a larger infrastructure initiative called the Bharatmala Pariyojana, which intends to upgrade the country’s road systems. Six to twelve lanes, state-of-the-art safety features, and modern amenities like rest stops every 25 to 30 miles would all be included in the freeway.
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There will be four main stages on the itinerary. The first stage, which spans 32 km between Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, and Akshardham Temple, Delhi, is already complete. The second phase, which connects Baghpat and Saharanpur, is the longest of the four and spans 118 kilometres. While building is ongoing, the public can already access several areas of the second phase. The third phase, which will cover more than 40 km, will link Saharanpur and Ganeshpur, while the final 20 kilometres of the motorway would link Rajaji National Park and Dehradun. Notably, the final phase will include a 12-kilometer elevated wildlife corridor and a 340-meter tunnel to protect indigenous animals.
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The road will have advanced infrastructure, including more than 110 underpasses, five rail overbridges, and four major bridges, in addition to 16 strategically placed entry and departure locations. The 100 km/h maximum speed limit on the route will make travel safer and faster.
Though the precise costs have not yet been disclosed, the motorway will employ a distance-based toll system. The first 18 km between Akshardham Temple and Loni are toll-free, giving travellers a comfortable start. The Delhi-Dehradun Motorway will promote regional trade and tourism, which would boost economic growth, in addition to making travel more convenient.
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