the Uttar Pradesh government has approved the construction of a six-lane elevated expressway connecting Okhla Barrage near Kalindi Kunj to the Yamuna Expressway via the Hindon-Yamuna doab.
The Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) has been directed to execute the riverside bypass project, which is expected to serve as a strategic link between Noida and Greater Noida. The new expressway aims to provide direct connectivity for commuters traveling from Delhi and Faridabad to the Noida International Airport, set to commence operations later this year.
Initially, the Noida Authority considered two alignment options: an eight-lane ground-level road or a six-lane elevated corridor. However, extensive illegal constructions and farmhouses on the Yamuna floodplains made the elevated road a more feasible option.
A ground-level road would not only face regulatory hurdles but also encourage further encroachments in a flood-prone area.The revised alignment now proposes to connect Sector 168 and a 75-meter-wide road between Sectors 149A and 150. Some design adjustments are expected in the final draft plan.In the March 28 board meeting, Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary and Board Chairperson Manoj Kumar Singh suggested that if the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) plan does not materialize, Noida, Greater Noida, and Yamuna Expressway authorities should take the initiative to build the road. Singh also directed Noida Authority to take the lead in executing the project.
The proposed expressway will be executed by UPEIDA, a nodal agency known for executing major expressways like the Lucknow-Agra Expressway and Purvanchal Expressway, after the irrigation department issues a no-objection certificate. The project’s cost is to be shared by all three development authorities, with Noida Authority likely bearing the largest share due to the majority of the 30-kilometer-long elevated road falling within its jurisdiction.This riverside bypass will serve as an alternative route to the 25-kilometer-long Noida Expressway, which currently serves as the primary link between Noida and Greater Noida. The new expressway aims to decongest the existing route, especially with the anticipated increase in traffic due to the upcoming Noida International Airport.
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Noida Authority is also planning a cloverleaf interchange near the Mahamaya Flyover to connect the under-construction Chilla Elevated Road with the new expressway. The design, similar to the cloverleaf interchange near AIIMS in Delhi, will ensure smooth traffic transitions between the two corridors.The 5.9-kilometer-long Chilla Elevated Road is also a six-lane road aimed at easing congestion at Noida’s entry point. Once operational, it will provide direct access to the Noida Expressway for vehicles from Mayur Vihar and East Delhi. When connected with the new elevated corridor, the combined network will enable uninterrupted travel between Delhi, Haryana, and cities like Agra and Lucknow via the Yamuna and Lucknow expressways.
The construction of the six-lane elevated expressway is expected to significantly reduce travel time, alleviate traffic congestion, and provide a more efficient mode of transportation for commuters in the region. Additionally, the project aligns with the broader efforts to modernize urban infrastructure and accommodate the increasing demand for efficient mobility.As the project progresses, it is anticipated to foster economic growth, enhance the quality of life for residents, and contribute to the development of surrounding areas. The integration of these new corridors will not only make commuting easier but also promote sustainable transport solutions for the city’s growing population.
The Noida Authority has assured citizens that the project will be executed with minimal disruption to existing infrastructure and with a focus on environmental sustainability. Public officials from multiple levels of government are expected to attend the inaugural ceremony, and citizens have been invited to participate in the event and are encouraged to embrace sustainable transport solutions.
With the completion of the new expressway, commuters can look forward to a more efficient, safer, and environmentally friendly mode of transportation, enhancing connectivity and contributing to the overall development of the region.
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