The Bangalore-Chennai Expressway is a proposed 258-kilometer long, 4-lane (expandable to 6-lane) controlled-access highway connecting Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, and Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu. Here are some key details about the project:
Objective:
• Reduce travel time between the two cities to approximately 2-3 hours from the current 5-6 hours.
• Improve connectivity and boost economic growth in the region.
• Reduce travel time between the two cities to approximately 2-3 hours from the current 5-6 hours.
• Improve connectivity and boost economic growth in the region.
Features:
• Greenfield alignment, bypassing major towns and cities.
• Design speed of 120 km/h (75 mph).
• Multiple interchanges and toll plazas.
Expected Benefits:
• Faster transportation of goods and people.
• Increased economic activity and job opportunities.
• Reduced traffic congestion and accidents.
Timeline:
• Expected completion: 2025-2026.