The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, a monumental infrastructure project, which will revolutionise travel between Delhi and Dehradun is set to open in January 2025. Designed as India’s first expressway with a wildlife-friendly approach, it promises to cut travel time from approximately 6 hours to just 2.5 hours, significantly improving connectivity while ensuring environmental sustainability. Here’s an in-depth look at the expressway, its features, progress, and benefits.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DELHI-DEHRADUN EXPRESSWAY
Route Overview
- Total Length: 210 km
- Starting Point: Akshardham in Delhi (NH 334).
- Ending Point: Dehradun (NH 72).
- Major Pass-Through Locations: Ghaziabad, Baghpat, Shamli, Saharanpur, and Haridwar.
- Corridor Design: The…
