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PM Modi Inaugurates Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, Cuts Travel Time

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, a major infrastructure project. The 213-km, six-lane corridor will drastically reduce travel time between the two cities. It incorporates significant ecological safeguards, including a long wildlife elevated corridor and animal passes. The project aims to boost regional economic growth and tourism connectivity.

Key Points: Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor Inaugurated by PM Modi

  • 213 km six-lane corridor
  • Cuts travel time from 6+ to ~2.5 hours
  • Built at cost over ₹12,000 crore
  • Includes 12 km wildlife elevated corridor
  • Features Advanced Traffic Management System
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PM Modi to inaugurate Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor today

PM Modi inaugurates the 213-km Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, slashing travel time to 2.5 hours with advanced wildlife protection features.

"reduce travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from over six hours... to around two and a half hours - Prime Minister's Office"

New Delhi, April 14

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor on Tuesday. Ahead of the inauguration, he will visit Uttar Pradesh to inspect a wildlife corridor and will also offer prayers at a Kali temple in Uttarakhand.

The Prime Minister will review the Wildlife Corridor at Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh, the official said in a statement.

At around 11.40 a.m., PM Modi will perform Darshan and Pooja at Jai Maa Daat Kali Temple near Dehradun. Thereafter, at around 12.30 p.m., he will inaugurate the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor at a public function in Dehradun and address the gathering on the occasion, the Prime Minister's Office said in the statement.

The 213 km long six-lane access-controlled Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor has been developed at a cost of over Rs 12,000 crore.

The corridor traverses through the states of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and will reduce travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from over six hours at present to around two and a half hours, said the statement.

The implementation of the project also includes the construction of 10 interchanges, three Railway Over Bridges (ROBs), four major bridges and 12 wayside amenities to enable seamless high-speed connectivity.

The corridor is equipped with an Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) to provide a safer and more efficient travel experience for commuters, said the statement.

Keeping in view the ecological sensitivity, rich biodiversity and wildlife in the region, the corridor has been designed with several features aimed at significantly reducing man-animal conflict, it said.

To ensure the free movement of wild animals, the project incorporates several dedicated wildlife protection features. These include a 12 km-long wildlife elevated corridor, which is one of the longest in Asia.

The corridor also includes eight animal passes, two elephant underpasses of 200 metres each, and a 370-metre-long tunnel near the Daat Kali temple, said the statement.

The Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor will play a pivotal role in strengthening regional economic growth by enhancing connectivity between major tourism and economic centres as well as opening new avenues for trade and development across the region.

The project reflects the vision of PM Modi to develop next-generation infrastructure that combines high-speed connectivity with environmental sustainability and improved quality of life for citizens, said the statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).

- IANS

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Priya S
While the infrastructure is welcome, I hope the promised environmental safeguards are strictly enforced. The Terai region is ecologically fragile. The long elevated corridor for animals sounds impressive on paper, but will it actually work? We need independent monitoring.
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Aman W
₹12,000 crore is a huge investment. Hope it brings real economic benefits to the local communities in UP and Uttarakhand and not just faster travel for Delhi tourists. Also, good to see the PM offering prayers at the temple – it respects the local culture.
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Sarah B
As someone who travels to Dehradun for work often, this is a massive relief. The current road is so unpredictable. A safe, high-speed corridor with amenities will make a world of difference. Kudos to the engineers for incorporating the wildlife passes.
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Vikram M
Finally! This should have been built years ago. Better late than never. This will boost business, pilgrimage (Haridwar, Rishikesh), and even property values. Hope the toll charges are reasonable for the common man.
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Kavya N
The 370-meter tunnel near Daat Kali temple is interesting. I hope the construction and increased traffic don't disturb the temple's peace and environment. Development is good, but preserving our spiritual sites is equally important.

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