The fourth phase of the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, which connects Dehradun to Rajaji National Park, is almost complete. According to media reports, if everything goes as planned, the construction will be finished by June, and the 12-kilometer elevated section will be operational by July.
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š Key Highlights
- Asia’s Longest Wildlife Corridor: The expressway will feature Asia’s longest wildlife corridor with a 12-kilometer elevated flyover.
- Completion Timeline: The project is expected to be completed by June 30, according to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
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- Route: The expressway will connect Delhi to Dehradun via Saharanpur, Baghpat, Baraut, and Shamli.
- Expandable Lanes: Initially, the expressway will have six lanes, which can be expanded to eight lanes.
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š Travel Time Reduction
- Current vs Future: The expressway will reduce the travel time from Delhi to Dehradun from 6.5 hours to just 2.5 hours.
- Distance Reduction: The distance will also be shortened from 235 kilometers to 213 kilometers.
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š° Project Cost
- Initial Operation: While a section of the expressway is expected to be operational by July this year, the entire highway is scheduled to be completed by May 2025.
- Total Cost: The project is estimated to cost around ā¹13,000 crore.
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š Expected Traffic
- Daily Usage: Once the expressway opens, officials expect the daily vehicle count on this route to reach between 20,000 to 30,000.
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The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway promises to significantly enhance connectivity and reduce travel time, making it a landmark project in India’s infrastructure development. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development! šš£ļøāØ