PM Modi to Unveil Landmark Dwarka Expressway & UER-II in Delhi

Major Boost to Delhi-NCR Connectivity and Infrastructure

New Delhi, August 16, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate two landmark highway projects in Delhi on 17th August 2025. The projects include the Delhi section of Dwarka Expressway and the Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) project in NCR, with a combined investment of nearly Rs.11,000 crore. The inauguration will take place in Rohini, Delhi at 12:30 PM, where the Prime Minister will also address the public gathering, Check Official Press Release here

The 10.1 km long Delhi section of the Dwarka Expressway has been developed at a cost of Rs. 5,360 crore. It is designed to provide multi-modal connectivity to key hubs including:

• Yashobhoomi Convention Centre
• Delhi Metro’s Blue and Orange Lines
• The upcoming Bijwasan Railway Station
• Dwarka Cluster Bus Depot

This section is divided into two packages:

• Package I (5.9 km): Shiv Murti intersection to Dwarka Sector-21 Road Under Bridge (RUB).
• Package II (4.2 km): Dwarka Sector-21 RUB to Delhi-Haryana border, offering direct connectivity to UER-II.

The Haryana section of the Dwarka Expressway (19 km) was inaugurated earlier in March 2024, which has already started reducing traffic pressure between Gurugram and Delhi.

Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) Project in NCR

The Urban Extension Road-II project in NCR is another major development aimed at easing traffic flow and reducing congestion in Delhi. The Alipur to Dichaon Kalan stretch, along with new connections to Bahadurgarh and Sonipat, has been constructed at a cost of Rs. 5,580 crore.

Key benefits of UER-II include:

• Reduced congestion on Delhi’s Inner and Outer Ring Roads
• Easier movement at Mukarba Chowk, Dhaula Kuan, and NH-09
• Direct industrial connectivity to Bahadurgarh and Sonipat
• Faster movement of goods, lowering logistic costs across NCR

Transforming Delhi-NCR with World-Class Infrastructure

Both the Dwarka Expressway and the Urban Extension Road-II project in NCR are part of the Government’s broader strategy to modernize transport infrastructure, cut travel time, and enhance ease of living for residents.

With these new projects, Delhi-NCR will see improved connectivity, reduced pollution, and decongested traffic, marking another milestone in Prime Minister Modi’s vision of building world-class highways for a stronger India.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the Dwarka Expressway project in Delhi?
A: The Dwarka Expressway is a 10.1 km highway in Delhi connecting West Delhi to the Delhi-Haryana border. It offers multi-modal connectivity to Yashobhoomi, Delhi Metro, Bijwasan Railway Station, and Dwarka bus depots.

Q2: How will the Urban Extension Road-II project in NCR reduce traffic?
A: The Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) will decongest Delhi’s Inner and Outer Ring Roads, ease traffic at busy junctions like Mukarba Chowk and Dhaula Kuan, and provide direct links to Bahadurgarh and Sonipat, improving traffic flow in NCR.

Q3: When will PM Modi inaugurate Dwarka Expressway and UER-II?
A: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate both projects on 17th August 2025 at around 12:30 PM in Rohini, Delhi.

Q4: What is the cost of Dwarka Expressway and UER-II projects in Delhi-NCR?
A: The Delhi section of Dwarka Expressway was built at Rs. 5,360 crore, while the UER-II project in NCR cost Rs. 5,580 crore, totaling nearly Rs. 11,000 crore.

Q5: Which areas will benefit from the Urban Extension Road-II project in NCR?
A: UER-II improves connectivity for Alipur, Dichaon Kalan, Bahadurgarh, Sonipat, and industrial zones in NCR, while easing congestion on key Delhi roads.

Q6: How will Dwarka Expressway improve Delhi-NCR connectivity?
A: Dwarka Expressway provides faster access between Delhi and Gurugram, integrates with metro lines, bus depots, and railways, and reduces travel time, making Delhi-NCR travel smoother and more efficient.