On June 5, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the final 76-kilometre stretch of the Samruddhi Mahamarg, officially completing the 701-kilometre Mumbai–Nagpur Expressway. This marks a major milestone in India’s infrastructure development, slashing the travel time between Mumbai and Nagpur from nearly 18 hours to just eight.
The expressway, also known as the Hindu Hrudaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Mahamarg, spans 10 districts and 390 villages across Maharashtra. It passes through Nagpur, Wardha, Amravati, Washim, Buldhana, Jalna, Aurangabad, Nashik, Ahmednagar, and Thane, providing seamless connectivity across central and western Maharashtra.
Notably, the expressway intersects three wildlife sanctuaries. To protect the natural habitat, dedicated infrastructure such as wildlife underpasses, overpasses, and high culverts has been constructed. The route also includes 33 major bridges, 274 minor bridges, six tunnels, and 65 flyovers, ensuring smooth and safe travel.
Enhanced Connectivity
The Samruddhi Mahamarg is poised to become a regional transport backbone, linking with several other upcoming expressways:
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Pune–Aurangabad Expressway (225 km – proposed)
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Nagpur–Gondia Expressway (141 km)
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Nagpur–Gadchiroli Expressway (152 km)
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Nagpur–Goa (Shaktipeeth) Expressway (760 km)
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Pune–Nashik Expressway (180 km)
Toll Charges (One-Way)
| Type of Vehicle | Toll (INR) |
|---|---|
| Car, Jeep | Rs 1,212 |
| Light Goods Vehicle, Minibus | Rs 1,955 |
| Bus, Truck | Rs4,100 |
| Three-Axle Vehicles (Truck) | Rs 4,472 |
| Heavy Construction Machinery | Rs 6,435 |
| Oversized Vehicles | Rs 7,830 |
The expressway is expected to boost economic growth, improve logistics, and enhance overall road connectivity across the state.
Source: Times Now
