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Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway: The much-anticipated Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is nearing completion, with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari confirming that 90 per cent of the construction work is done. The expressway, which is being built at a cost of around Rs 12,000 crore, is expected to be fully operational by October 2025. Once open, it will dramatically cut down travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from the current 6.5 hours to just 2.5 hours, with vehicles allowed to cruise at speeds of up to 100 kmph.

Gadkari’s Update On Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway

Sharing the latest update, Gadkari said that work on some stretches is still ongoing, while others are already complete. “Passengers will be able to travel on it within the next two months,” he said. The expressway is being developed in multiple phases, and includes features like tunnels and underpasses, some of which are specifically designed for safe wildlife crossings.

According to reports by News24, the project is in its final stages, and all work is expected to wrap up before the end of October this year.

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Delhi-Dehradun Expressway: Route Details

The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway will connect a range of districts, including Baghpat, Muzaffarnagar, Shamli, and Saharanpur, eventually reaching Dehradun. Additionally, a 50 km spur road will link the expressway to Haridwar, offering easier access to the religious city as well.

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Gadkari also addressed environmental concerns related to the project. He acknowledged that 17,913 trees were cut down during construction but assured that provisions have been made for compensatory plantation along the route.