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While the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is yet to get operational, a 3.5 km section of the corridor has been opened, marking significant progress in the 213 km-long project. This newly operational stretch plays a vital role in enhancing connectivity between the two cities. (Representative Image: ANI)
To facilitate smoother travel for daily commuters, the first 18 km stretch from Akshardham to Loni will remain toll-free. This move is expected to reduce congestion and improve accessibility for local travelers. (Representative Image: ANI)
The newly inaugurated section serves as a crucial entry and exit point for Dehradun via the Saharanpur route. It also extends the existing 12 km elevated road, ensuring seamless movement for vehicles traveling to and from Dehradun. (Representative Image: ANI)
According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), the expressway will cut travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from five hours to just 2.5 hours. This will significantly benefit commuters, businesses, and tourism in the region. (Representative Image: ANI)
Divided into four segments, the expressway begins at the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near Akshardham, passing through Shastri Park, Khajuri Khas, and the EPE interchange at Khekra in Mandola. It continues through Baghpat, Shamli, and Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh before reaching Dehradun in Uttarakhand. (Representative Image: ANI)
Constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 12,000 crore, the six-lane expressway spans 213 km. It features a 12 km elevated wildlife corridor—Asia’s longest—passing through Rajaji National Park and the Shivalik Reserve forest. This eco-friendly initiative balances infrastructure development with wildlife conservation. (Representative Image: ANI)
Authorities have announced that the entire Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is expected to be completed by March. The expected inauguration date is in the second half of March, likely after March 20. Once completed, the expressway will provide a high-speed, efficient route for thousands of daily travelers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami are likely to grace the inauguration ceremony. (Representative Image: ANI)
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