Key Features of the Corridor
- Length: Approximately 210 km.
- Configuration: Six-lane access-controlled expressway.
- Design Speed: Minimum 100 kmph.
- Cost: ~₹11,868 crore.
- Phases: Structured into four phases.
- Travel Time: Reduced from 5–6 hours to about 2–2.5 hours.
Project Components
- Brownfield Stretch: 31.6 km elevated section from Akshardham to Khekra.
- Greenfield Section: 120 km from Baghpat to Saharanpur.
- Completed Stretch: ~42 km up to Ganeshpur.
- Final Segment: ~20 km to Dehradun with partial upgradation.
- Toll System: FASTag-based collection to reduce congestion.
Connectivity and Integration
- Spur Road: Includes a spur to Haridwar connecting to the Char Dham highway.
- Major Corridors: Integrates with Delhi-Mumbai, Delhi-Katra, and Delhi-Meerut expressways.
- Tourism Access: Improves access to Dehradun, Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Mussoorie.
- Local Traffic: Dedicated service roads provided to separate local traffic from expressway traffic.
Environmental Safeguards
- Wildlife Corridor: Features a ~10.97-km elevated wildlife corridor, one of Asia's largest.
- Location: Passes through forest areas including Rajaji National Park in the Shiwalik Hills.
- Animal Safety: Includes multiple animal crossings, elephant underpasses, and a tunnel near the Daat Kali temple.
- Emission Reduction: Expected to reduce CO2 emissions by about 240 million tonnes over 20 years.
- Fuel Efficiency: Achieve fuel savings of around 19%.
Economic Significance
- Trade and Logistics: Boosts warehousing, industry, and reduces logistics costs.
- Market Access: Enhances access for farmers and livestock owners.
- Employment: Generates significant employment opportunities during and after construction.
- Regional Development: Enhances overall economic development in the region.