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Gurugram to Vadodara just got 10 hours shorter! Delhi-Mumbai expressway big update inside

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The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway , one of India's most ambitious infrastructure projects, is poised to significantly enhance connectivity between the nation's capital and its financial hub. A pivotal component of this expressway is the nearly completed tunnel near Kota, Rajasthan, which is set to drastically reduce travel time between Gurugram and Vadodara. Currently, this journey takes approximately 20 to 22 hours; with the tunnel's completion, it is expected to be shortened to just 10 to 12 hours.

In addition to cutting down on travel time, the expressway is expected to boost economic growth by facilitating trade and commerce and enhancing access to important areas.

The project also prioritized sustainability and safety. The incorporation of wildlife-friendly elements, like the well planned tunnel next to the Mukundra Tiger Reserve, highlights a development strategy that strikes a compromise between the requirements of people and the environment.

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Some key details about this expressway

Significant reduction in travel timeAs of now, the journey from Gurugram to Vadodara by road takes approximately 20 to 22 hours, which will reduce to just 10-12 hours, with the introduction of the new tunnel near Kota. And this will become possible due to the tunnel's strategic design.

Strategic route and connectivityThe expressway zips through various key regions, including Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. The journey will start from Alipur village near Sohna, on the outskirts of Gurugram, serving as the main entry point to the expressway for vehicles from Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).

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Environmental considerationsReports add that special attention has been paid while constructing the tunnel near Kota, given the proximity to the Mukundra Tiger Reserve. It has been reported that the tunnel's design and construction have been executed in such a manner that it will have minimal environmental impact and ensure the safety and preservation of local fauna.

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Project scale and featuresAn ambitious project, the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is expected to cost over INR 1 lakh crore. In order to handle future traffic demands, the expressway's initial eight-lane design might be expanded to twelve lanes. The journey between Delhi and Mumbai can now be completed in about 12 hours thanks to the expressway's design, which allows cars to reach speeds of up to 120 km/h. It is anticipated that this development will boost economic activity in the areas it passes through and improve trade and commerce between the two major cities.

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Economic and social implicationsIt is expected that the expressway will have significant social and economic effects. It is anticipated that more convenient and effective transportation options will lead to lower logistics costs, encourage regional growth, and improve accessibility to far-flung locations. Additionally, the increased connectivity will draw in investments, increase tourism, and generate job possibilities, all of which will contribute to the socioeconomic growth of the places in question.
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