Archive · 2 Jul 2025
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway to Include Asia's Longest Wildlife Corridor
The new Delhi-Dehradun Expressway will be extra safe for animals!
It will have the largest wildlife corridor in Asia, with special tunnels and bridges so animals can cross safely.
This will help reduce the number of animals hit by cars.
The new road will also make traveling between Delhi and Dehradun much faster, and it's designed to reduce noise and light pollution, making it safer for everyone.
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway will feature Asia's longest wildlife corridor.
The expressway aims to reduce travel time between Delhi and Dehradun.
The corridor will include underpasses, tunnels, and elevated roadways for animal crossings.
Advanced safety measures include non-intrusive lighting and sound barriers.
The expressway is expected to boost business and accessibility to hill destinations.
- Who
- Not explicitly mentioned in the article.
- What
- Delhi-Dehradun Expressway to feature Asia's longest wildlife corridor.
- When
- Not explicitly mentioned in the article.
- Where
- Connects Delhi and Dehradun.
- Why
- To reduce travel time, increase safety, and facilitate animal crossings.
Impacts of Road Construction
Environmental Considerations
Environmental Concerns
Impacts of Road Construction
This project prioritizes safe animal passage.
Environmental Considerations
Potential environmental impact due to the construction and the disruption it causes to local habitats.
- Expected Travel Time Reduction
- From 6.5 hours to 2.5 hours
- Wildlife Corridor Features
- Underpasses, tunnels, elevated roadways
- Safety Features
- Non-intrusive lighting, sound barriers, special fencing
