The Delhi–Jewar expressway has received official approval in 2025 as a ₹40,000–₹50,000 crore cornerstone infrastructure project aimed at seamlessly connecting Delhi with the upcoming Jewar Airport via Noida and Greater Noida. This 30 km access-controlled corridor is expected to ease traffic congestion in Delhi NCR, drive economic growth, and enhance logistics in the rapidly urbanising eastern peri-urban belt.
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Project Overview & Route Alignment
The expressway will span approximately 30 kilometers, starting from the southeastern outskirts of Delhi, passing through Noida and Greater Noida, and terminating at Yamuna Expressway junction near Jewar Airport. Designed as a six to eight-lane highway with full access control, it features elevated sections, interchanges, and dedicated lanes to accommodate high-speed transit. Strategic interchanges at NH‑19, Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, and the Yamuna Expressway will enhance multi-directional connectivity.
Financing and Execution Plan
With an estimated cost between ₹40,000 crore and ₹50,000 crore, the project is being developed via a Public–Private Partnership (PPP) using a Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM). Key financiers include the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), state investment partners, and institutional investors. The project is projected to be completed within 36 to 42 months of construction commencement.
National Capital Region Transformation
The expressway is expected to deliver several transformative benefits:
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Decongest Delhi arterial roads, including the Delhi–Meerut corridor and Noida roads.
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Provide swift airport access, reducing commute time to Jewar Airport to under 30 minutes.
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Support the development of satellite economic nodes, residential townships, logistics and warehousing clusters in NCR’s eastern corridor.
This infrastructure is pivotal to Delhi’s long-term mobility, regional planning, and aviation-linked urban growth.
Environmental and Social Impact
Environmental safeguards include elevated green corridors, animal underpasses in green zones, and sustainably harvested air and water channels. Land acquisition respects fair compensation norms with resettlement plans for affected residents. The project emphasises sustainable mobility, with future phases envisaging electric vehicle charging stations and bus rapid transit corridors along the route.
Implementation Milestones
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DPR approval & environmental clearance completed in early 2025
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Land acquisition target: by late 2025
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EPC contractors to be onboarded mid‑2025
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Phase I (Delhi–Noida section) operational by 2028
FAQs
What is the projected cost of the Delhi–Jewar Airport Expressway?
The project budget ranges from ₹40,000 crore to ₹50,000 crore, funded via PPP under HAM financing.
How long is the expressway?
Approximately 30 kilometres connecting Delhi to Jewar Airport via Noida and Greater Noida.
How long will travel take from Delhi to Jewar Airport?
Estimated travel time is under 30 minutes, once operational.
What infrastructure integrations are planned?
Key interchanges at NH‑19, Delhi–Noida Expressway, and Yamuna Expressway plus dedicated logistics lanes and EV charging zones are planned.
What are the environmental measures in place?
Green overpasses, noise barriers, ecological wildlife passages, and sustainable water harvesting measures accompany the project.
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