Ghaziabad-Kanpur Expressway: 380-km Greenfield Highway

A Game-Changer for Uttar Pradesh’s Road Network

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced the construction of a 380-kilometre greenfield expressway under the Green Highway Policy. The Ghaziabad-Kanpur Expressway aims to improve Uttar Pradesh’s road infrastructure by connecting Noida, Ghaziabad, and Kanpur. The project will significantly reduce congestion and cut travel time from Ghaziabad to Kanpur to just 5 hours and 30 minutes, compared to the current 8-hour journey.

Key Highlights of the Expressway

• Total length: 380 kilometres
• Will connect nine districts in Uttar Pradesh
• Initial design includes four lanes, expandable to six lanes
• Completion expected by 2026
• Greenfield project promoting eco-friendly infrastructure

Nine Districts to Benefit from the Expressway

Once completed, the Ghaziabad-Kanpur Expressway will provide seamless connectivity to nine key districts of Uttar Pradesh, including:

• Ghaziabad
• Hapur
• Bulandshahr
• Aligarh
• Kasganj
• Farrukhabad
• Kannauj
• Unnao
• Kanpur

Future Expansion Plans: Connecting to Jewar Airport

According to media reports, there are plans to extend the expressway to Jewar Airport in Noida, further enhancing connectivity in the region. The northern section of the expressway will link with National Highway 9, while the southern section will connect with the 62.7-km-long Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway.

Transforming Uttar Pradesh’s Road Infrastructure

The Ghaziabad-Kanpur Expressway is expected to play a crucial role in enhancing connectivity, reducing congestion, and promoting economic growth in Uttar Pradesh. With faster travel times and improved logistics, the project will benefit thousands of daily commuters and businesses in the region.

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