The bustling streets of Delhi are set to experience a transformative change with the opening of the Barapullah Phase III elevated corridor, scheduled for September 29. This new infrastructure aims to significantly enhance connectivity between East Delhi’s Mayur Vihar and Noida with key regions in South Delhi, potentially easing the city’s notorious traffic woes.
This 3.5-kilometer stretch will link Mayur Vihar Phase I directly to Sarai Kale Khan, seamlessly integrating with the existing Barapullah corridor. By offering a largely signal-free route, the corridor is expected to dramatically reduce travel time across the Yamuna, facilitating a much quicker commute to central and southern parts of the city, including busy areas like AIIMS. Current journeys that take around 35 to 40 minutes could be shortened to about 15 minutes, significantly easing daily commutes.
Featuring a bridge over the Yamuna River and nine traffic-distribution loops, the corridor also includes connecting ramps, a dedicated cycle track, and pedestrian facilities. Such features underscore the project’s commitment to accommodating various modes of transportation and promoting sustainable travel options.
Originally approved in 2014, the project has faced numerous hurdles, including land acquisition challenges, bureaucratic delays, construction issues, and setbacks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These challenges have pushed the project’s cost from an initial estimate of ₹1,260 crore to approximately ₹1,635 crore.
With major structures like the Yamuna bridge completed, officials are now focused on the final preparations to ensure everything is ready for the September 29 inauguration. The completion of this project marks a significant milestone in Delhi’s ongoing efforts to improve urban mobility and reduce congestion.