Have you ever pondered what it would be like to travel from Gurgaon to Dwarka in less than 20 minutes? It sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? Well, not any longer. The long-awaited Dwarka Expressway project, connecting two cities with a high-speed corridor, is finally nearing completion, and the good news is that the Gurgaon section will open for public use in February 2024. In this blog post, we’ll provide information about the Dwarka Expressway project, its current status, challenges, and its future impact on the region’s development and connectivity. Buckle up and get ready for an insightful journey.

What is the Dwarka Expressway project?

The Dwarka Expressway, also known as the Northern Peripheral Road (NPR), is an eight-lane, access-controlled expressway connecting Dwarka in Delhi to NH-8 in Gurgaon. Conceived in 2006, the project aimed to provide an alternative route to the congested Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway and reduce travel time between the two cities.

The Dwarka Expressway comprises two sections: the Haryana government oversees the 18.9 km Gurgaon segment, while the Delhi government manages the 10.1 km Delhi segment. The Gurgaon segment starts from Shiv Murti on NH-8 and ends at Kherki Daula toll square, while the Delhi segment starts from Dwarka and ends at Shiv Murti.

Expected to benefit lakhs of commuters and residents in Gurgaon and Delhi, especially those in the modern segments along the expressway. The extend will too boost the framework, the genuine bequest, and the economy of the region.

Current Progress: Gurgaon’s Dwarka Expressway Status Report

The Gurgaon section of the Dwarka Expressway, under construction since 2009, faced delays due to issues like land acquisition, litigation, and environmental concerns. Despite these challenges, the Haryana government and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) have successfully overcome them and expedited the project in recent years.

Recent reports indicate that the Gurgaon segment is nearing completion and is scheduled to open for public use in February 2024. NHAI has finished the 18.9-km-long stretch, with only a 400-meter section near New Palam Vihar remaining, expected to be completed soon. Additionally, NHAI has concluded work on the cloverleaf interchange connecting the Dwarka Expressway with the Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway and the SPR, along with the elevated road bypassing the railroad crossing at Basai.

The Gurgaon area of the Dwarka Expressway has a few highlights and benefits that will make the travel encounter smoother and more secure for the commuters. A few of these highlights and benefits are:

• The expressway has eight lanes, four on each side, with a arrangement for extending to 10 paths within the future.
• The expressway has a planned speed of 120 kmph and a passable speed of 100 kmph, potentially reducing travel time between Gurgaon and Dwarka to under 20 minutes.
• The expressway features a dedicated lane for public transport like buses and metro, promoting the use of eco-friendly transportation modes.
• The expressway features a 3-meter-wide cycle track and a 2-meter-wide pathway on both sides, enhancing the well-being of pedestrians and cyclists.
• The expressway boasts an advanced Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) comprising CCTV cameras, variable message signs, automatic number plate recognition, and emergency call boxes, enhancing commuter safety and security.
• The expressway, equipped with 11 underpasses, five flyovers, and two trading points, facilitates smooth traffic flow, ensuring continuous development and preventing congestion or bottlenecks.