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New 5.1km Dwarka Expressway Tunnel Enters Trial Runs

Scheduled to open on June 5, it features advanced safety systems topped with vibrant murals showcasing India’s heritage.

NHAI begins trial runs on new tunnel connecting Dwarka Expressway to IGI airport and NH-4: All about it (Representational image from Canva)
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Overview

  • The National Highways Authority of India began three-day trials on May 29 for the 5.1km tunnel, which forms Phase 4 of the Rs 9,000-crore, 29km Dwarka Expressway corridor.
  • The tunnel comprises a 3.6km eight-lane section linking Dwarka Expressway to IGI Airport and a 1.5km two-lane spur connecting to NH-48 towards Gurgaon.
  • Officials say the new route will relieve pressure on the Delhi–Gurugram Expressway and cut commute times for residents of Gurgaon, Dwarka and Vasant Kunj.
  • Advanced safety measures include CCTV surveillance, a dedicated control room, emergency exits and an 80 km/h speed limit on fresh tarmac.
  • Interior walls are lined with murals celebrating regional heritage, and only vehicles under 4.5 m are permitted while two- and three-wheelers and flammable loads are barred.