Construction of 04-Lane Access-Controlled Corridor from Lachhiwala (NH-07, Km 514) to Kulhan (Pacific Golf Estate), District Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Total Length: 24.316 km

Package–I (PKG–I): Lachhiwala (NH-07, Km 514) to Raipur (Maharana Pratap Chowk) – 15.275 km
Package–II (PKG–II): Raipur (Maharana Pratap Chowk) to Kulhan (Pacific Golf Estate) – 8.947 km

Location

The proposed corridor is located in Dehradun District, Uttarakhand, starting from Lachhiwala on NH-07 (Km 514) and terminating at Kulhan (Pacific Golf Estate). The alignment broadly follows the Song River bank and traverses rapidly developing urban and peri-urban areas including Raipur, forming a strategic growth and mobility axis for Dehradun.

Background and Problem Statement

Dehradun city is undergoing rapid urban expansion due to population growth, tourism, educational institutions, and the proposed Raipur State Administrative City. The existing road network is under severe stress, leading to congestion, increased travel time, and road safety concerns. At present:

Traffic from Haridwar, Rishikesh, Jolly Grant Airport, and NH-07 converges onto congested city roads.
Absence of access-controlled corridors forces through-traffic to pass through urban areas.
Future development is expected to further aggravate congestion unless a high-capacity alternative corridor is developed.

Project Concept and Need

The project envisages development of a 04-lane access-controlled corridor to:

Provide direct, fast, and safe connectivity between NH-07, Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun city, and the proposed Administrative City at Raipur
Act as a strategic alternative corridor under the Dehradun City Mobility Plan
Divert through-traffic away from city roads, reducing congestion and travel delays
Support planned urban growth while minimizing environmental and social impacts The Song River bank alignment has been selected to minimize land acquisition, displacement, and environmental disturbance.

Key Components and Features

04-Lane Access-Controlled Highway (24.316 km)
Major Elevated Structures: ~360 m + ~300 m + Additional elevated sections near Raipur and Kulhan
Vehicular Underpasses (VUPs): 20 m + 30 m
Wildlife Infrastructure : Dedicated 510 m elevated elephant corridor for uninterrupted wildlife movement
Toll Infrastructure : Proposed Lachhiwala Toll Plaza
Drainage system, road safety measures, signage, and service roads
Utility shifting, quality control, and contingency provisions

High-Impact Features

The corridor will function as a strategic mobility spine for Dehradun, ensuring:

Grade-separated, access-controlled, and high-speed movement
Significant diversion of through-traffic from congested urban roads
Improved road safety and travel time reliability Incorporation of elevated sections, VUPs, and a dedicated elephant corridor ensures balanced infrastructure development with environmental conservation.

Beneficiaries and Coverage

Primary beneficiaries include:

Residents of Dehradun city and Raipur area
Users of Jolly Grant Airport
Government offices and staff of the proposed Administrative City
Commercial and freight traffic
Tourists visiting Dehradun, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, and Haridwar The project covers a critical growth corridor supporting long-term regional connectivity.

Expected Benefits and Outcomes

Significant reduction in urban traffic congestion
Faster and safer access to Airport and Administrative City
Improved travel time reliability and road safety
Reduced fuel consumption and vehicular emissions
Enhanced tourism movement due to seamless NH-07 connectivity
Balanced and planned urban expansion along the Song River corridor

Project Cost

Total Project Cost (PKG–I ₹786.083 Crore + PKG–II ₹428.755 Crore): ₹1,214.84 Crore (approx.)

Current Status of the Project

Preliminary alignment finalized along Song River bank
Structural requirements assessed
Cost estimates prepared
Environmental and wildlife considerations incorporated
Project aligned with Dehradun City Mobility Plan

Implementation Plan / Next Steps

Finalization of Detailed Project Report (DPR)
Statutory clearances including forest and wildlife approvals
Land acquisition and utility shifting
Coordination with forest and wildlife authorities
Phased construction with traffic management plan
Continuous monitoring, quality assurance, and safety audits

Conclusion

The proposed 04-lane access-controlled corridor from Lachhiwala to Kulhan is a critical infrastructure project for Dehradun’s future mobility. It will decongest city roads, enhance airport and administrative connectivity, support tourism and economic growth, and ensure environmentally responsible development through dedicated wildlife infrastructure. The project will play a pivotal role in strengthening Dehradun’s regional and national connectivity.

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