Mumbai, April 28: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami recently shared his experience traveling from Delhi to Dehradun via the newly inaugurated Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor. He completed the journey in approximately two and a half hours, a significant reduction in travel time compared to previous years.
During his remarks, CM Dhami expressed gratitude to the central government, particularly Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting that this project exemplifies modern infrastructure and connectivity. Under Modi’s leadership, the rapid development of road and transport facilities has directly benefited hilly states like Uttarakhand.
The Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor not only shortens travel time but also creates new opportunities for tourism, investment, and local employment. It enhances access to key religious and tourist destinations in the state, including the Char Dham pilgrimage. This expressway is set to boost trade, tourism, and regional development. The corridor features modern facilities, including Asia’s largest elevated wildlife corridor, showcasing a balance between development and nature. CM Dhami referred to this initiative as a symbol of the new speed of India, marking a milestone in Uttarakhand’s overall development.
The Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, built at a cost of ₹12,000 crores, was recently inaugurated by the Prime Minister. Spanning 213 kilometers, this six-lane access-controlled high-speed corridor will reduce travel time from six hours to three, ensuring seamless connectivity between Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
This high-speed multi-lane corridor traverses through Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Its implementation includes ten interchanges, three railway overbridges, four major bridges, and twelve roadside amenities to ensure uninterrupted high-speed connectivity. Equipped with an advanced traffic management system, the corridor aims to provide a safer and more efficient travel experience. It features an elevated wildlife corridor spanning 12 kilometers, one of the longest in Asia, promoting environmental conservation alongside development. The corridor also includes eight animal crossings, two elephant underpasses measuring 200 meters, and a 370-meter tunnel near the Dat Kali Temple.
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