About Dwarka Expressway
The 34.10-kilometer Dwarka Expressway project (NH 248-BB) is a partially operational access-controlled highway that connects Mahipalpur (Shiv Murti) in Delhi to Kherki Dhaula via New Gurgaon (Gurugram) in Haryana. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and opened the Dwarka Expressway’s 19-kilometer Haryana segment on March 11, 2024. NHAI took over the undertaking of the Northwestern Peripheral Road (NPR) in 2006. J Kumar and Larsen & Toubro built the highway, which has over 20 flyovers and bridges, two rail overbridges and underpasses, 11 car underpasses, 20 subterranean pedestrian crossings, and a 2.5m wide cycle/bike path.
- Total Estimated Cost: Rs. 8,662 crore
- Length: 29.10 km
- Lanes: 8 lanes + local service lanes
- Owner: National Highway Authority of India (NHAI)
- Status: Partially Open (Packages 1-4) & Approved (Package 5)
- Current Deadline: March 2024
- Project Model: Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC)
Dwarka Expressway Route
Dwarka Expresswayย is regarded as a feat of engineering with several firsts. It is India’s first single-pillar expressway, featuring many underpasses and service roads throughout the 19-kilometer route that opened recently. During the construction of the Dwarka Expressway, at least 1,200 trees were planted for the first time, and the project features the country’s longest and widest 16-lane urban tunnel. It will additionally include the country’s first eight-lane elevated highway, spanning 563 km.
The Dwarka Expressway begins at Shiv Murti in Mahipalpur, Delhi (20 km) and ends at Kherki Daula toll plaza, Gurgaon (40 km). Furthermore, the newly opened stretch of NH 48 would ease traffic flow between Delhi and Gurgaon. Around 90,000 commuters are estimated to save at least 20 minutes in their travel time.The expressway’s 19-kilometer portion in Haryana cost Rs 4,100 crore to build.
When the work is completed, we will decrease the travel time between Dwarka and Manesar to 15 minutes. Similarly, the trip between Indira Gandhi International Airport and Manesar will take 20 minutes. At the same time, the journey from Mensar to the Singhu border will take 45 minutes.
Dwarka Expressway Speed limit
The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has set a speed limit of 80 km/h for the 28-kilometer access limit.
Dwarka Expressway Toll Charges
NHAI declared at a Road Safety Committee meeting on March 24, 2021, that the Dwarka Expressway (and Delhi-Jaipur Expressway) will be India’s first toll-free expressway. As a result, travelers utilizing this route would not be paid any tolls.
Dwarka Expressway Latest Update
July 2024: New infrastructure works are taking place along the Dwarka Expressway as authorities go forward with preparations for the Gurgaon inter-state bus terminal (ISBT). Two potential project locations have been identified: one in Sihi village and another in Sector 36A, both close the freeway. Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav recently reviewed the Sihi site and ordered authorities to create detailed maps for state government approval.
The proposed ISBT will cover 15 acres and is intended to improve public transportation by replacing the old, congested bus terminal in Old Gurgaon. Commuters will also benefit from ISBT’s closeness to the Dwarka Expressway.
March 2024: After several delays, the Haryana length of the Dwarka Expressway is now operating. The Haryana portion, which covers approximately 19 kilometers and is divided into two pieces, was built at a cost of over Rs 4,100 crore. It consists of two sections: 10.2 kilometers from the Delhi-Haryana border to Basai Rail-over-Bridge and 8.7 kilometers from Basai Rail-over-Bridge to Kherki Daula. On March 11, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Dwarka Expressway in Antriksh Chowk, Sector 25. The newly opened segment is anticipated to relieve congestion on the NH 48, which connects Delhi and Gurgaon. More than 90,000 commuters who use this route on a daily basis would benefit from a 20-minute reduction in travel time.
Dwarka Expressway Benefits
- The Dwarka Expressway will serve as an alternative route between Delhi and Gurgaon.
- The Dwarka Expressway would make it faster to get to Delhi’s IGI Airport from Gurgaon, cutting travel time to 30 minutes.
- It will cut the journey from Mumbai to Jaipur from four hours to two.
Dwarka Expressway Features
NHAI built the expressway using two lakh MT of steel, which is 30 times more than that used for the Eiffel Tower, and 20 lakh cubic meters of concrete, approximately six times more than the amount used in the construction of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.
Furthermore, nearly 12,000 trees were replanted during construction, a first for India.
The expressway will have cutting-edge technologies such as Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), Advanced Traffic Management Systems, Toll Management Systems, CCTV cameras, and surveillance. This will ensure efficient traffic flow and the safety of passengers traveling along the route.
Dwarka Expressway Map
FAQs:
Is it worthwhile to invest in the Dwarka Expressway?
Dwarka Expressway will connect directly to the Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) or Golf Course Extension Road via the Central Peripheral Road segment. It would provide direct access to Old Gurgaon via Pataudi road. Furthermore, it will provide great access to Delhi via NH 48, reducing travel time to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Which segment of the Dwarka Expressway is closest to Delhi?
including Sectors 110A, 111, 112, 113 and 114 on the Delhi side.
Is the Dwarka Expressway connected by metro?
The Delhi Metro does not directly connect to the Dwarka Expressway. However, there are proposals to expand the metro network to include regions near the Dwarka Expressway.
Will Dwarka Expressway connect to the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway?
Dwarka Expressway will not connect directly to the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. However, one can travel up to Sohna to reach the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway.
