This 92 km expressway will be a game-changer for the Durg–Bhilai–Raipur–Naya Raipur corridor, reducing travel time between Durg and Raipur from over an hour to just 20 minutes.
| Status | Under Construction |
|---|---|
| Length | 92 km (6-lane, access-controlled, greenfield) |
| Route | Durg → Anjora → Patora → Supkona → Abhanpur → Naya Raipur → Arang |
| Contractors | Mehrotra Buildcon & Shelke Constructions (JV) |
| Agency | NHAI (Bharatmala Pariyojana) |
Route & Impact
The expressway passes through 26 villages and will have a transformative impact on real estate values along its route, especially near Naya Raipur and Arang. It provides direct, high-speed connectivity between the industrial hub of Durg-Bhilai and the administrative capital of Naya Raipur.
Key Benefits
- Reduces Durg–Raipur travel time from 1+ hour to 20 minutes
- Bypasses congested NH-53 corridor
- Boosts real estate in Arang and southern Naya Raipur sectors
- Improves freight movement between industrial Durg and logistics hubs