- By Deeksha Gour
- Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:51 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway: The much-awaited Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is now expected to open in February, after a slight delay caused by pending work on a small stretch near Dehradun. Officials said most sections of the expressway are complete and work on the remaining portion is progressing at a fast pace.
According to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the expressway will be opened only after final safety checks and technical inspections are completed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the project once all standards are met.
Faster Travel Between Delhi And Dehradun
Once operational, the expressway will significantly reduce travel time between Delhi and Dehradun. At present, the journey takes around six to seven hours. With the new corridor, commuters are expected to reach Dehradun in just about two and a half hours.
The expressway is around 210 kilometres long and is being built at an estimated cost of Rs 13,000 crore. It has been developed in four phases.
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway: Four Phases of Construction
- The first phase connects Akshardham in Delhi to Baghpat via the Eastern Peripheral Expressway and has already been completed, with trial runs underway.
- The second phase stretches from Baghpat to the Saharanpur bypass, where most road and structure work is finished.
- The third phase runs from Saharanpur to Dehradun through forest and hilly areas and took longer due to environmental clearances.
- The fourth phase links the expressway to Dehradun city and faced delays due to technical and local issues.
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Delhi-Dehradun Expressway: Modern Facilities and Wildlife Corridor
The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway has been developed as a six-lane greenfield corridor, with provision for expansion to eight lanes. It includes flyovers, underpasses, service roads, railway overbridges and a 12-kilometre elevated wildlife corridor to allow safe movement of animals.
NHAI officials said the expressway will open only after all safety norms are verified. Once launched, it is expected to ease traffic, boost tourism and support economic activity along the route.