Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has officially inaugurated the final phase of the 701-km Samruddhi Mahamarg, connecting Mumbai and Nagpur in just 6 hours. The massive infrastructure project is expected to revolutionise travel across the state. With smart tunnels, world-class safety features, and faster transit routes, the expressway stands as a milestone in India’s highway development journey.
Samruddhi Mahamarg: Faster Commute, Better Connectivity
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The Samruddhi Mahamarg drastically cuts the travel time between Mumbai and Nagpur. What once took around 16 hours by road now takes just 6 to 7 hours. As reported by Business Standard, the expressway passes through 10 districts, including Nashik, Aurangabad, and Thane, making it one of the most connected corridors in Maharashtra.
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The expressway covers a direct route between two major cities and links several semi-urban and rural zones along the way. The state government expects this corridor to bring in economic benefits by improving freight transport, encouraging tourism, and attracting industrial investment across the regions it passes through.
Smart Tunnel With High-Tech Features
One of the key highlights of the expressway is its 7.7-km tunnel through the Igatpuri Ghat section. According to News18, this is India’s first smart tunnel equipped with advanced features like emergency exits, fire detection systems, and high-resolution CCTV cameras. The system also includes real-time monitoring and automatic incident response. These upgrades aim to improve road safety and reduce accident response time.
Authorities designed the tunnel with international standards in mind, offering a smooth and secure driving experience. The lighting, ventilation, and emergency handling systems follow top-class engineering protocols.
Economic Boost Along The Route
As shared by CMO Maharashtra via their official social media updates, the expressway is more than just a road project. It is positioned as a “corridor of prosperity” that opens up growth opportunities for regions that previously lacked rapid transit options.
Industries, logistics hubs, and tourism sectors are expected to thrive with better road access. The expressway also promises to ease the pressure on existing highways, thus improving overall traffic flow across Maharashtra.
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The Samruddhi Mahamarg stands as a modern symbol of infrastructure progress. With its launch, Maharashtra takes a significant leap towards faster connectivity, safer travel, and balanced regional growth.
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