Big Connectivity Boost for Billionaire’s Block: ₹6,969.67 Crore Tunnel Project Approved
In a major infrastructure push for Delhi-NCR, the Union Cabinet has approved the construction of an 8.1-km, six-lane road tunnel connecting the Dwarka Expressway with Nelson Mandela Marg in Vasant Kunj. The ambitious project, with an estimated cost of ₹6,969.67 crore, is expected to transform connectivity between West and South Delhi while reducing congestion around the Indira Gandhi International Airport.
For Billionaire’s Block, this development is set to be a significant advantage. The upcoming tunnel will enhance accessibility towards Vasant Kunj, South Delhi, and the airport corridor, making daily travel smoother and more efficient for residents and visitors.
The project has been approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and will be developed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM).
Key Highlights
* ✅ ₹6,969.67 crore infrastructure investment
* ✅ 8.1-km, six-lane underground road tunnel
* ✅ Direct connection between Dwarka Expressway and Nelson Mandela Marg
* ✅ Reduced congestion around IGI Airport
* ✅ Improved connectivity for Billionaire’s Block, Vasant Kunj, and South Delhi
* ✅ Expected boost to real estate and economic growth in the surrounding region
Source: The Hindu
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https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/centre-gives-nod-for-6-lane-road-project-linking-dwarka-expressway-to-vasant-kunj/article71170373.ece
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