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Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway: Trial runs for the long-awaited Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway have officially begun. Starting at midnight on Sunday, November 30, the long-awaited route was opened to vehicular traffic on a trial basis. Barricades were removed in the Geeta Colony area, facilitating smooth traffic movement onto the expressway.

Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway Opens For Trial Run

Spanning about 210 kilometres, the foundation stone of the Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 4, 2021. The project was completed through several phases, with officials highlighting environmental clearances, land acquisition, and the technical complexities of infrastructure construction as the most challenging aspects faced during its development.

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The Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway features an elevated structure within the Delhi segment. The design starts near the Akshardham Metro Station, where it links up with the Delhi-Meerut Expressway. The elevated section is designed to facilitate high-speed movement and help commuters avoid traffic congestion within the national capital.

The Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway, built at an estimated cost of Rs 11,800 crore, will significantly benefit commuters, cutting travel time between Delhi and Dehradun to about two and a half hours. Earlier, the journey took four to six hours.

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Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway To Be Inaugurated Soon

Following the commencement of the trial run, a formal inauguration of the Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway is expected soon. Officials are engaged in final testing and safety inspections. Once inaugurated, the Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway would significantly reduce travel time, providing significant relief to commuters and boosting Uttarakhand tourism.

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