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Mumbai-Vadodara section of Delhi-Mumbai Expressway to open by August 31, 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis revealed that Mumbai-Vadodara stretch of Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is set to open by August 31, 2026. This 157-kilometer corridor, built at a cost of ₹24,000 crore, promises to cut travel time and improve connectivity between Maharashtra and Gujarat.

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Jun 30, 2026 · 1 min read · 3 views
Mumbai-Vadodara section of Delhi-Mumbai Expressway to open by August 31, 2026

Key Takeaways

  • •The Mumbai-Vadodara section of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway will open by August 31, 2026, according to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
  • •The expressway spans approximately 157 kilometers and was developed at a cost of ₹24,000 crore.
  • •Five of the seven project packages for the expressway have already been completed, ensuring timely progress.
  • •This 1,400-kilometer expressway will enhance logistics and trade efficiency across multiple states, including Haryana and Gujarat.
  • •Once operational, the expressway will significantly reduce travel time between key industrial hubs in Delhi-NCR and Maharashtra.

Expressway Opening Timeline

Mumbai-Vadodara stretch of Delhi-Mumbai Expressway will be ready by August 31,2026, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced. New route is set to boost road connectivity between Maharashtra and Gujarat,cutting travel time significantly.

At 157 kilometers,expressway costs ₹24,000 crore . Construction's on track — five of seven project packages done . Rest's on schedule, lining up with expected opening. It's a key phase in massive Delhi-Mumbai Expressway project: 1,400 kilometers, eight lanes, access-controlled .

When open,expressway will ease commutes and boost freight transport. Faster routes between industrial hubs in Delhi-NCR, Gujarat, Maharashtra,and Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA). Logistics,trade efficiency should rise .

Expressway spans several states: Haryana,Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, linking key economic centers. Completing Mumbai-Vadodara route is big step toward unlocking full potential of this massive transport corridor. How it reshapes western India's travel and trade scenes…

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