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PM Modi inaugurated two major highway projects worth Rs 11,000 crore in Delhi to boost connectivity. The Dwarka Expressway and UER-II will decongest key routes and reduce travel time. These projects align with the government's push for improved urban mobility. The infrastructure upgrades will benefit commuters across Delhi-NCR.

Key Points: PM Modi Inaugurates Rs 11,000 Crore Delhi Highway Projects

  • PM Modi inaugurates Rs 5,360 crore Dwarka Expressway Delhi section
  • UER-II stretch to ease traffic on Ring Roads
  • Projects aim to cut travel time in Delhi-NCR
  • Multi-modal connectivity to Yashobhoomi and metro lines
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Rs 11,000 crore National Highway projects a boost to NCR infrastructure: PM Modi

PM Modi opens Dwarka Expressway and UER-II projects to decongest Delhi-NCR, enhancing connectivity and reducing travel time.

"A boost to infrastructure in NCR, in line with our commitment to improve ‘Ease of Living’ – PM Modi"

New Delhi, Aug 16

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the inauguration of two major National Highway projects worth Rs 11,000 crore in Delhi will give a boost to infrastructure in the National Capital Region (NCR).

PM Modi will inaugurate two major National Highway projects worth a combined cost of nearly Rs 11,000 crore on Sunday in Rohini, Delhi. “A boost to infrastructure in NCR, in line with our commitment to improve ‘Ease of Living,’” PM Modi said in a post on the X social media platform.

“Across the country, we are continuously engaged in enhancing transportation facilities with the expansion of connectivity. In this direction, tomorrow at around 12:30 PM, I will have the privilege of inaugurating two major national highway projects. This will further streamline traffic in Delhi-NCR,” the Prime Minister posted.

The projects, the Delhi section of the Dwarka Expressway and Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II), are part of the government's comprehensive plan to decongest the capital, improve connectivity, cut travel time, and reduce traffic in Delhi and its surrounding areas.

The 10.1 km-long Delhi section of the Dwarka Expressway has been developed at a cost of around Rs 5,360 crore. The section will also provide multi-modal connectivity to Yashobhoomi, DMRC Blue Line and Orange Line, the upcoming Bijwasan railway station and the Dwarka cluster Bus Depot.

Out of the 10 km-long stretch, 5.9 km will be from Shiv Murti intersection to Dwarka Sector-21, while 4.2 km will connect Dwarka Sector-21 to the Delhi-Haryana border. PM Modi had inaugurated the 19 km-long Haryana section of the Dwarka Expressway in March 2024.

The second project to be opened for public is the Alipur to Dichaon Kalan stretch of Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) along with new links to Bahadurgarh and Sonipat, built at a cost of around Rs 5,580 crore.

It is expected to ease traffic on Delhi's Inner and Outer Ring Roads and busy points like Mukarba Chowk, Dhaula Kuan, and NH-09.

- IANS

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Priya S
While the projects look impressive, I hope they've considered proper maintenance plans. Last time the roads were built, they developed potholes within months. Quality should match the massive investment.
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Aman W
₹11,000 crore is a huge amount! Would like to see similar infrastructure development in other cities too. Why only Delhi-NCR gets all the attention? Tier 2 cities are struggling with basic roads.
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Shreya B
The multi-modal connectivity is the best part! Being able to switch between metro, buses and expressway will make travel so much easier. Hope they maintain the last-mile connectivity properly.
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Karthik V
As someone living near Mukarba Chowk, I can't wait for the UER-II to open! The traffic jams here are unbearable. Hope this brings some relief to our daily struggles 🤞
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Michael C
Impressive scale of development! The expressway design looks world-class. If executed well, this could set new standards for urban infrastructure in India. The focus on reducing travel time is particularly noteworthy.

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