Rs 6,970-crore tunnel project to ease Delhi-Gurugram traffic congestion
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The Centre approved a Rs 6,970-crore tunnel project to alleviate traffic congestion between Gurugram and South Delhi, highlighting infrastructure-led urban decongestion.
Background
The project involves an 8.1-km road corridor featuring a 3.14-km twin-tube tunnel connecting Shiv Murti Interchange (Dwarka Expressway) to Nelson Mandela Marg. It is being executed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM).
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNHAI: National Highways Authority of India is the primary body for highway development in India.
- FactProject Cost: Rs 6,970 crore for the 8.1-km corridor.
- FactTunnel Length: 3.14-km twin-tube tunnel.
- FactModel: Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) is used for project financing and execution.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how infrastructure projects like the Dwarka Expressway tunnel corridor contribute to urban decongestion and economic integration in the National Capital Region (NCR).
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistical efficiency: Reduction in travel time between Gurugram and South Delhi to facilitate smoother freight and passenger movement.
- Financing model: The Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) as a mechanism to balance private investment and public risk in large-scale infrastructure.
- Urban planning: Addressing the 'last-mile' connectivity and congestion bottlenecks around major transit hubs like IGI Airport.
Keywords: Urban Decongestion · Hybrid Annuity Model · Infrastructure Development · Logistical Connectivity · NCR Planning
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