Concerns Grow Over Structural Integrity of Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Amid New Damage Reports
Cave-ins, soil erosion: More vulnerable spots surface on Delhi-Dehradun E-way
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Recent incidents of cave-ins and severe soil erosion on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway raise concerns about the quality of construction. The ₹12,000-crore project, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has faced multiple structural defects since its opening in April, prompting urgent repairs and traffic restrictions.
- 01New damage reported at Biharigarh flyover with cave-ins at two locations.
- 02Severe soil erosion near Dalhedi flyover in Saharanpur district poses safety risks.
- 03The ₹12,000-crore expressway has faced multiple structural defects since its inauguration.
- 04Traffic is restricted to one lane due to ongoing repairs, causing congestion.
- 05Residents express concerns over potential worsening conditions during the monsoon season.
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The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, a ₹12,000-crore project inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 14, is facing significant structural issues. Recent reports highlight cave-ins near the Biharigarh flyover and severe soil erosion near the Dalhedi flyover in Saharanpur district, raising alarms about construction quality. Two locations on the Biharigarh flyover have subsided, leading to traffic restrictions as repairs are initiated. This is not an isolated incident; similar subsidence occurred six months ago in the same area. Locals fear that the situation could deteriorate further with the upcoming monsoon season. Additionally, severe soil erosion has created deep craters near the Dalhedi flyover, posing risks to drivers, particularly two-wheeler riders. The construction company is currently conducting reinforcement work to stabilize the affected areas. Ongoing structural concerns have been noted, including the need for strengthening 24 pillars last year, indicating a pattern of technical issues along the expressway.
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The ongoing issues with the expressway may lead to increased traffic congestion and safety risks for drivers, particularly with the monsoon season approaching.
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