In a move that’s paving the way for smoother rides and greener sides, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, took a grand tour of the Faridabad Bypass Site and the under-construction marvels of Package 1 & 2 of the DND Sohna Highway on National Highway-148 NA, including a crucial spur of the Delhi Mumbai Expressway. With a whopping investment of Rs 3565 Crore, this 33 km stretch is not just any road; it’s a mega highway project rolling out under the ambitious Bharatmala Pariyojana, and guess what? It’s on Hybrid Annuity Mode, folks!
This isn’t just about connecting dots on the map. The project aims to stitch together major arteries like the Direct Noida Delhi flyways, Delhi-Meerut Expressway, Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway, NH-2 (Delhi-Agra), the Delhi Mumbai Expressway, and even a route to the upcoming Jewar airport. It’s like a giant web of connectivity being spun across the nation’s capital region, making travel smoother than your morning cuppa.
But wait, there’s more! Imagine cruising on a 6-lane access-controlled highway, with 3-lane service roads hugging its sides through the urban sprawl. This isn’t your typical highway—it’s an elevated extravaganza, boasting 8 towering sections that add up to over 12 km of sky-high roads. With 10 flyovers, 6 Vehicle Underpasses (VUPs), 11 Light Vehicle Underpasses (LVUPs), and a bunch of bridges and bus bays, it’s clear this project is all about moving up in the world.
And because we all love a bit of greenery, the project incorporates vertical gardens clinging to the piers, turning concrete into canvases of lush landscapes. Not just pretty faces, these gardens come with a bouquet of benefits, from cooling urban heat islands to making the air cleaner and the scenery prettier. Plus, there’s a noise barrier to keep the hustle and bustle at bay, ensuring a serene commute.
The cherry on top? A 10-hectare stretch of land, once a barren wasteland for fly ash, is being transformed into a jungle safari, thanks to the Delhi government’s green thumb. So, as Gadkari inspects this vast project, it’s clear that this highway is not just a road—it’s a ride to the future, making every kilometer count towards a cleaner, greener, and smoother tomorrow. Fasten your seatbelts; we’re on the highway to heaven!
