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Delhi is set to revolutionize its transportation infrastructure with an ambitious 5-kilometer underground tunnel project connecting Vasant Kunj and Mahipalpur. The tunnel, estimated to cost Rs 3,500 crore, will feature six lanes across two underground tubes and promises significant traffic congestion reduction. Modern facilities like CCTV surveillance, emergency exits, and advanced ventilation systems will ensure safe and efficient travel. This project represents a strategic step towards creating a more seamless and efficient urban transportation network in the national capital.

Key Points: Delhi's 5-km Tunnel Promises Major Traffic Relief Near Airport

  • Six major infrastructure projects worth Rs 24,000 crore approved
  • 5-km tunnel to reduce traffic congestion near airport
  • Modern underground corridor with six lanes and advanced safety systems
  • Direct signal-free route connecting South Delhi and Dwarka
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Work on 5-km tunnel between Vasant Kunj, Mahipalpur to begin next year: Delhi CM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta reveals groundbreaking tunnel project connecting Vasant Kunj and Mahipalpur, set to transform city's transportation landscape

"We are committed to making Delhi congestion-free and clean. - Rekha Gupta, Delhi CM"

New Delhi, June 8

A five-km-long tunnel from Shiv Murti–Mahipalpur (Dwarka Expressway) to Nelson Mandela Road (Vasant Kunj) in southwest Delhi is among six projects worth Rs 24,000 crore approved by the Central government, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Sunday. Work on the tunnel is likely to begin early next year.

CM Gupta stated that the projects were approved in a meeting with Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari for streamlining traffic and reducing pollution in the city.

She said the proposed tunnel between Mahipalpur and Vasant Kunj will reduce congestion on multiple routes and create a signal-free corridor to the airport. It will be constructed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) at an estimated cost of Rs 3,500 crore, she said. The Chief Minister added that all technical and formal requirements for the project are in their final stages, and work is expected to commence early next year.

According to CM Rekha Gupta, the tunnel will comprise two underground tubes — one each for traffic in both directions. Each tube will have three lanes, making a total of six lanes available for smooth traffic movement. The tunnel will also be equipped with modern facilities such as electro-mechanical systems, ventilation, fire safety, CCTV surveillance, control rooms, emergency exits, and cross-passages, she said.

She mentioned that the tunnel will reduce traffic in Dhaula Kuan, Rao Tula Ram Marg, and the National Highway 48 (NH-48) area in Mahipalpur. The tunnel will offer a direct, signal-free alternative route between South Delhi and Dwarka/Gurugram, which is expected to help eliminate traffic jams on NH-48, especially during peak hours.

CM Rekha Gupta also noted that in the future, this tunnel will serve as a key connector between Central/East Delhi and multiple expressways and highways, including the Delhi Expressway (NE-5), NH-44, NH-10, Delhi-Jaipur Highway (NH-48), and Delhi-Dehradun Expressway (NH-709B) via the Urban Extension Road (UER) and Dwarka Expressway.

Calling this project the “foundation for the Delhi of the future," CM Rekha Gupta said that the tunnel will give a new direction to Delhi’s infrastructure and bring relief to millions of citizens. She added: "We are committed to making Delhi congestion-free and clean. The construction of this tunnel will reduce the burden on roads, eliminate traffic signals, and save fuel."

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Finally some good news for Delhi's traffic! The Mahipalpur stretch is a nightmare during office hours. Hope they complete this project on time unlike other infrastructure works that get delayed for years. 🙏
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Priya M.
Rs 3,500 crore seems like a huge amount. While the tunnel is needed, I hope there's proper auditing to prevent corruption. Delhi's taxpayers deserve transparency in such mega projects.
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Amit S.
Great initiative! But what about the pollution during construction? The govt should also plan green cover around tunnel exits to compensate for environmental damage. #SustainableDevelopment
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Sunita R.
As someone who travels daily from Gurugram to Vasant Kunj, this is a dream come true! 😊 But please ensure proper lighting and safety measures in the tunnel - women's security should be priority.
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Vikram J.
Instead of spending thousands of crores on cars, why not improve Delhi's public transport? More metro lines and buses would help common people more than tunnels for private vehicles.
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Neha T.
The six-lane design sounds impressive! But knowing Delhi's driving culture, there will still be jams if people don't follow lane discipline. Need strict traffic policing inside tunnels too.
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Karan P.
Hope they maintain this tunnel better than other Delhi roads. Our infrastructure is world-class when new but deteriorates quickly due to poor maintenance. Jai Hind!

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