Chennai Peripheral Ring Road Project on Track for Completion by 2025
The Chennai Peripheral Ring Road (CPRR), a major infrastructure development aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving connectivity, is steadily moving forward. Spanning a total of 133 kilometres, the project is poised to change the transportation landscape of the city, linking key highways and facilitating smoother connections between arterial routes. Scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, the project promises significant improvements in urban mobility, benefiting both residents and businesses.
The ambitious road project is being implemented in sections, with significant progress already reported on the 30.8-kilometre stretch from Tiruvallur Bypass to Sriperumbudur. L&T, one of the key contractors, began its work in August 2021 and has already completed 79% of its section, according to sources from the Highways Department. “We are on track to finish this six-lane wide road within the scheduled time frame,” said an L&T official. The second contractor, SPK Ltd, has completed around 50% of its stretch and is working to catch up rapidly. Additionally, Section 4, which runs from Sriperumbudur to Singaperumalkoil, has already been completed, further advancing the project’s timeline.
The Peripheral Ring Road is designed to provide an access-controlled route that will link vital highways such as NH5 (Chennai-Tada), NH4 (Chennai-Bengaluru), NH45 (Chennai-Tiruchi), and the East Coast Road (ECR). This connectivity will not only ease the frequent traffic bottlenecks in the city but also boost the region’s economic and industrial development. It will facilitate smoother access to key commercial hubs and improve traffic flow to ports and other crucial infrastructure projects. A significant aspect of the project is the addition of two-lane wide service lanes running parallel to the main road, designed to cater to local traffic. Officials are currently addressing the land acquisition process for these service lanes, which is expected to be completed soon. “We are working on acquiring the land and resolving issues related to forest land ownership in the area,” explained one of the officials overseeing the project.
As part of the final phase, the 27.41-kilometre stretch from Singaperumalkoil to Mamallapuram is set to begin soon. Originally planned as a four-lane facility, this section will now be expanded to six lanes to accommodate future traffic demand. Although initial financial delays postponed the start of this section, it is now well on track. Once completed, the Chennai Peripheral Ring Road will be a game-changer for the city’s infrastructure, especially considering Chennai’s rapid urbanisation and growing traffic challenges. The new road will provide an alternative route for commuters, reducing travel time significantly. It will also help decongest major areas, particularly around the city centre, offering residents and businesses more efficient access to key parts of the city and beyond.
For the people of Chennai, the Peripheral Ring Road represents more than just a construction project. It is a tangible solution to the city’s growing traffic woes and a step towards more sustainable urban mobility. The improved infrastructure will have a far-reaching impact, from reducing daily commute times to fostering better access to economic zones, industrial parks, and ports. Chennai residents and businesses are increasingly optimistic about the future of the city’s transportation network. With the Peripheral Ring Road expected to be fully operational by 2025, there is hope that this will alleviate some of the congestion currently affecting daily life. Local commuters are looking forward to smoother traffic flows, while businesses are preparing for the growth opportunities that improved infrastructure will bring. The Chennai Peripheral Ring Road is a vital development that will not only solve current traffic problems but also cater to the future needs of the city as it continues to expand. As work continues and new sections are completed, the city is on track to see significant improvements in its transportation network by the end of 2025.
