PM Modi Inaugurates Two Major National Highway Projects Worth ₹11,000 Crore in Delhi.

On August 17, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two significant National Highway projects in Delhi, collectively valued at approximately ₹11,000 crore. The inauguration ceremony took place in Rohini, marking a substantial milestone in the government's infrastructure development efforts aimed at decongesting the national capital and enhancing connectivity within the National Capital Region (NCR).

      - The two projects inaugurated include the Delhi section of the Dwarka Expressway and the Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II). The Dwarka Expressway's Delhi stretch spans 10.1 kilometers and was constructed at an estimated cost of ₹5,360 crore.

      - It comprises two segments: a 5.9 km section from Shiv Murti to Dwarka Sector-21 Road Under Bridge (RUB), and a 4.2 km stretch extending to the Delhi-Haryana border, providing direct connectivity to UER-II. This expressway is expected to significantly reduce travel time between Delhi and Gurugram, easing traffic congestion on key routes.

      - The UER-II project involves the development of a 22.5 km corridor connecting Alipur to Dichaon Kalan, with newly developed links to Bahadurgarh and Sonipat. Constructed at an estimated cost of ₹5,580 crore, UER-II aims to alleviate traffic pressure on Delhi's Inner and Outer Ring Roads, particularly at congested junctions such as Mukarba Chowk, Dhaula Kuan, and Madhuban Chowk. This project is anticipated to enhance connectivity to Indira Gandhi International Airport and improve access to industrial hubs in the NCR.

Main Point :-   (i) The inauguration ceremony was attended by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. Prior to the event, Prime Minister Modi engaged with construction workers involved in the projects, acknowledging their contributions to the successful completion of these infrastructure developments. The event also coincided with the festive spirit of Janmashtami, adding cultural significance to the occasion.

      (ii) These infrastructure projects are part of the government's broader strategy to decongest Delhi and enhance connectivity within the NCR. The Dwarka Expressway and UER-II are expected to streamline traffic flow, reduce travel time, and improve overall transportation efficiency in the region. Additionally, the projects are designed to support multi-modal connectivity, linking metro lines, a new railway station, and a bus depot, thereby promoting integrated urban mobility solutions.

(iii) The development of these highways reflects the government's commitment to creating world-class infrastructure that enhances the ease of living for citizens. By improving connectivity and reducing congestion, these projects aim to contribute to the economic growth and sustainable development of Delhi and its surrounding areas. The successful completion and inauguration of the Dwarka Expressway and UER-II signify a significant step towards realizing the vision of a modern and well-connected national capital.
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