New Aligarh-Palwal Greenfield Expressway: A Game Changer for Connectivity
The announcement of a 32 km long greenfield expressway from Aligarh in Uttar Pradesh to Palwal in Haryana marks a significant development in regional infrastructure. The tender process for this ambitious project has already commenced, promising to enhance connectivity between Aligarh and the National Capital Region (NCR).
Expressway Routes and Connections
– **Key Interchanges**: The expressway will connect with the Yamuna Expressway at Tappal and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway at Palwal.
– **Enhanced Access**: Post-construction, travelers will find it easier to reach major cities such as Agra, Mathura, Delhi, Greater Noida, Noida, Palwal, and Gurugram from Aligarh.
– **Traffic Relief**:
Noida and Gurugram drivers will benefit significantly, experiencing reduced congestion in areas like Khair and Jattari.
Project Details
– **Length**: 32 kilometers
– **Estimated Cost**: Approximately Rs 2300 crore
– **Lane Configuration**: Four-lane expressway
– **Inclusion in Master Plan**: This expressway is part of the Master Plan 2031 established by the Aligarh Development Authority.
– **Travel Efficiency**: A journey from Sarsaul to the Yamuna Expressway can be completed in just one hour.
Land Acquisition and Affected Villages
– **Acquisition Impact**: The project will necessitate the acquisition of land from 43 villages in Aligarh.
– **Affected Villages**: Notable villages include Andla, Arrana, Jarara, and many more, with GPS marking already initiated for the land acquisition process.
Statements from Officials
Apoorva Dubey, Vice Chairman of the Aligarh Development Authority, emphasized the significance of the Greenfield Expressway, stating, “This is the most important plan in the Master Plan 2031. It will accelerate development in the area and improve connectivity.”
Improved Connectivity for Aligarh and NCR
The construction of the expressway is set to revolutionize Aligarh’s connectivity to the NCR. It will not only facilitate access to essential projects like the Defense Corridor and Transport Nagar but will also support the establishment of Raja Mahendra Pratap Singh University and further enhance Greater Aligarh’s infrastructure. Additionally, improvements on the Aligarh-Khair road are expected to progress rapidly.
