In recent years, India’s major cities have undergone a remarkable transformation with the construction of some of the world’s most impressive flyovers and elevated expressways.
Cities like Chennai and Delhi are now synonymous with soaring flyovers, setting a new standard for excellence in the country’s road network. As the trend catches on, various metro cities are racing to join the league of elevated wonders.
Here’s a glimpse of the longest elevated flyovers reshaping the skyline across India.
East Coast Elevated Expressway, Chennai
Chennai’s skyline is evolving with the construction of the 9.7 km-long East Coast Elevated Expressway. Winding along the Bay of Bengal, this marvel promises to redefine Chennai’s infrastructure. The city already boasts the prestigious title of the ‘City of Flyovers,’ with iconic landmarks like the Anna Flyover and India’s first cloverleaf interchange, the Kathipara Flyover.
Hosur Road Elevated Expressway, Bangalore
Bangalore boasts the second-longest flyover in India, the 10 km long Hosur Road Elevated Expressway. This four-lane tollway with metal dividers is a game-changer for commuters, significantly reducing travel time. The city’s skyline is further adorned with notable structures like the Hebbal Flyover and Mysore Road Flyover.
Badarpur Elevated Expressway, Delhi
The 4.4 km Badarpur Elevated Highway emerges as a beacon of hope for Delhiites, solving traffic congestion woes at the notorious Badarpur border. Delhi, known for its stellar flyovers, also boasts the Dhaula Kuan, AIIMS, and Anandmoyeee Marg flyovers.
Lalbaug Elevated Expressway, Mumbai
Mumbai, the dream city of India, is now home to the longest flyover – the 2.48 km Lalbaug Elevated Expressway. Developed by MMRDA, the four-lane flyover at Hindmata junction adds to the city’s impressive skyline, complementing its network of flyover bridges, express highways, and skyscrapers.
Two-Level Elevated Expressway, Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad’s first two-level elevated freeway is a traffic-busting marvel, alleviating congestion between Naroda and Narol. Meanwhile, Surat, the city of flyovers, proudly hosts the Varachha Flyway, India’s longest flyover under city municipal limits in the four-lane category.
AJC Bose Road Flyover, Kolkata
Kolkata’s AJC Bose Road Flyover, stretching 3 km, stands as a testament to the city’s engineering prowess. Connecting Park Circus with the Race Course, it is a crucial link in Kolkata’s impressive network of flyovers, including the proposed 10 km long flyover, set to be the world’s longest.
Yamuna Elevated Expressway, Noida
The Yamuna Expressway, connecting Delhi-Noida-Greater Noida with Agra, now boasts the title of India’s longest elevated highway. Spanning 165 km, it incorporates the latest technologies for a safe and efficient commute.
Panipat Elevated Expressway, Panipat
The Panipat Elevated Expressway on NH-1, stretching 3.6 km, connects Delhi and Amritsar, showcasing L&T’s engineering prowess. It stands as the longest flyover in Panipat and the longest six-lane flyover in India.
Ambala-Chandigarh Elevated Expressway
The Ambala-Chandigarh Expressway, a 35 km long four-lane corridor, is set to receive a 2 km long elevated highway, including a 350-meter viaduct bridge, adding another feather to Chandigarh’s infrastructure cap.
DND Elevated Expressway
The DND Elevated Expressway, also known as the Delhi Noida Direct toll road, spans an impressive eight lanes over a length of 9.2 kilometers, seamlessly linking Delhi to Noida. Notably, the elevated intersection at the Geeta Colony interchange stands as an integral section of this expansive highway.
As India continues to elevate its road network, these impressive flyovers not only symbolize technological achievements but also promise faster and safer travel for millions of commuters across the nation.
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