Tricity Traffic to Ease as Centre Sanctions Six-Lane Highway Spur in Punjab

The Centre has sanctioned Rs 1,463.95 crore for a six-lane, access-controlled greenfield spur in Punjab, aimed at improving connectivity and easing traffic congestion across the Tricity region. The new corridor will link the Ambala–Chandigarh section of National Highway 205A with the Zirakpur Bypass, forming a critical part of the proposed Tricity Ring Road project.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted that the project is designed to decongest major urban junctions in Mohali, Chandigarh, and Panchkula by diverting heavy through-traffic away from city roads. Currently, key stretches of NH-44, NH-205A, and NH-152 face frequent bottlenecks due to rising vehicular load and interstate movement. The new spur is expected to reduce pressure on these highways and improve overall traffic flow.

In addition to easing urban congestion, the corridor will enhance regional connectivity, allowing faster and smoother travel toward Himachal Pradesh, particularly the Shimla region. Commuters and tourists are expected to benefit from reduced travel times.

Gadkari noted that the improved infrastructure will also strengthen economic integration in the area by enabling quicker movement of goods and passengers. The project is considered a strategic investment in northern India’s infrastructure, supporting urban expansion and facilitating transport efficiency.

Source: The Tribune