Union Minister Shri Harsh Malhotra inspected the Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway, a 210-km stretch, with National Highways Authority India officials. He expressed satisfaction with the progress and urged NHAI officials to expedite the project. The expressway, estimated to cost Rs.12000 crore, will reduce travel time.
From Delhi to Dehradun from 6.5 hours to 2.5 hours. It will also connect to Char Dhaam Highway, enhancing connectivity to hill stations and pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh New Delhi, May 20, 2025 Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Harsh Malhotra, conducted a comprehensive.
Inspection of the Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway, reaffirming government’s commitment to fast-tracking infrastructure development in North India. expressway, one of the flagship projects under the Bharatmala Paryojana, is expected transform regional connectivity and promote economic integration across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh.
Accompanied by senior officials from the National Highways Authority of India and Uttarakhand. (NHAI), project engineers, and regional administrative authorities, Shri Malhotra reviewed the progress of construction and interacted with stakeholders on-site. The inspection covered key segments of the expressway passing through.
Baghpat and Saharanpur districts, which have witnessed significant advancements in civil work, bridge construction, and green corridor development The 210-kilometer-long Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway is being developed in four phases and aims to reduce the travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from over 6 hours to just.
About 2.5 hours. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, including multiple interchanges, underpasses, service roads, and rest areas, the expressway is envisioned to offer a seamless and safe commuting experience During the inspection, Shri Malhotra emphasized the strategic importance of the expressway. “This project is not just.
About reducing travel time—it’s about enhancing regional development, boosting tourism in Uttarakhand, and creating job opportunities. We are committed to completing it within the stipulated timeline without compromising on quality,” he stated He also directed the executing agencies to ensure environmental.
Sustainability by adhering to green norms. Over one lakh trees are being planted along the expressway as part of the environmental mitigation plan. The project also incorporates wildlife corridors and noise barriers in ecologically sensitive zones, especially as it approaches the foothills of the Himalayas In his interactions with.
Local officials and laborers, Shri Malhotra appreciated the coordinated efforts of the state and central governments. He acknowledged the support extended by the local administration in resolving land acquisition and rehabilitation issues, which have historically delayed such large-scale infrastructure projects The minister also stressed the use of advanced technology and digital monitoring tools to maintain.
Transparency and efficiency. “NHAI is using drones, AI-based monitoring, and real-time dashboards to track construction activities. This digital approach ensures accountability and quick resolution of on-ground challenges,” he added Local residents and stakeholders expressed optimism about the expressway’s impact.
Improved access to the National Capital Region is expected to spur real estate growth, support MSMEs, and enhance logistics efficiency across western Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand The Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway forms part of the larger Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, a transformative initiative aimed at.
Redefining infrastructure standards in the country. Once operational, it is expected to carry over 50,000 vehicles daily and significantly reduce fuel consumption and vehicular emissions, contributing to India’s broader environmental goals Shri Malhotra concluded the inspection by urging all agencies involved to stay focused.
On timely delivery. This expressway is a symbol of our vision for a New India—efficient, connected, and future-ready,” he Sai The project is on track for completion by March 2026, with certain stretches likely to open for public use ahead of Dehradun Expressway forms part of schedule inspection, Shri Malhotra.
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