PM Modi inaugurates Dwarka Expressway in Gurugram
Connecting Futures: Inauguration of Dwarka Expressway Boosts Connectivity in Delhi-NCR
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, marked a significant milestone on Monday by inaugurating the Haryana part of the Dwarka Expressway. This development, aimed at enhancing traffic flow and easing congestion between Delhi and Gurugram on NH-48, is a crucial step in fortifying connectivity across India.
Importance of Dwarka Expressway in Haryana's Infrastructure
The inauguration of the 19 km stretch in Haryana, constructed at an estimated cost of approximately Rs. 4,100 crore, signifies a major leap in the region's infrastructure development.
Two Key Packages: Delhi-Haryana Border to Kherki Daula
The expressway is divided into two packages: the first covering a 10.2 km stretch from Delhi-Haryana Border to Basai Rail-over-Bridge (ROB), and the second spanning 8.7 km from Basai ROB to Kherki Daula.
Comprehensive Overview of Dwarka Expressway
Examining the geographical distribution, the Dwarka Expressway spans 10 km in Delhi, followed by 19 km in Gurugram. Originating from Shiv Murti near Mahipalpur on the Delhi-Gurgaon expressway, it traverses through key locations, connecting Dwarka Sector 21, the Gurugram border, Basai, and concludes near Kherki Daula on the national highway.
Pioneering Infrastructure: A 14-Lane Grade-Separated Corridor
The Dwarka Expressway stands as a pioneering project, featuring a fully access-controlled, grade-separated 14-lane corridor. It includes four multi-level interchanges, incorporating tunnels, underpasses, ground-level road sections, and elevated flyovers.
IGI Airport Connectivity: India's First 8-Lane Tunnel
Notably, the expressway boasts an 8-lane elevated structure alongside India's first 4 km long 8-lane tunnel near IGI airport. Described as a 'shallow tunnel' for its less intrusive construction method, it aims to enhance transportation efficiency and reduce vehicular pollution in the Delhi NCR region.
Alleviating Traffic Congestion and Enhancing Connectivity
The Dwarka Expressway's strategic design includes an interchange with two underpasses beneath NH 48, catering to over 3 lakh vehicles daily. This innovative approach is expected to alleviate traffic congestion and contribute to a reduction in vehicular pollution in the Delhi NCR area.
Future Impact: Direct Connectivity to Key Locations
With direct connectivity to the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi and the Gurugram Bypass, the Dwarka Expressway is poised to revolutionize transportation efficiency in the region.
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In "X" post, PM Modi emphasized the importance of these projects in enhancing economic growth and building next-generation infrastructure. The inauguration of the Haryana part of the Dwarka Expressway marks a crucial step in realizing this vision.
