Nitin Gadkari inspects progress work of Bengaluru–Chennai Expressway

Jan 05, 2023

Onboard, Jan 05 (ANI): Union Road and Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari inspected the progress of the Bengaluru–Chennai Expressway on January 05. The expressway is a 262 Km 8-Lane layout worth of ₹16,730 Cr. It is designed for a speed of 120 kmph and shortened the distance between Bengaluru and Chennai from 300 km to 262 km. The project will be cost-efficient for Vehicle Operating and lessen Fuel Consumption. It will strengthen the economic activities in Bengaluru and Chennai and also connect industrial hubs in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh to the Chennai Port.