Delhi’s Third Ring Road: UER-II Set to Transform City Traffic in Just Two Months

The highly anticipated Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) project by the Delhi Development Authority is on track for completion by December this year, marking a major milestone in improving Delhi’s traffic flow and reducing congestion. As per sources, the UER-II will significantly enhance commuting in the outer, western, and southwestern parts of the capital, while also providing direct connectivity between Sonipat and Gurugram in Haryana.

This massive infrastructure project is expected to alleviate the heavy traffic load currently seen on Delhi’s inner and outer Ring Roads, reducing travel time and improving road conditions for residents and commuters alike. Notably, the UER-II will drastically cut the travel time from the Kundli border in Delhi to Terminal 3 (T3) of Indira Gandhi International Airport from nearly two hours to just 20 minutes, offering a much faster and efficient route for airport commuters.

Stretching across 75.71 kilometers, the UER-II project strategically links major highways, including NH-44 (Delhi-Chandigarh Highway) and NH-48 in south Delhi, covering key regions such as Bawana, Narela-Kanjhawala, Mundka, and Dwarka. The project also includes spurs that extend towards Sonipat/Jind, Bahadurgarh, and provides vital connectivity to the Dwarka Expressway. This extensive network will ensure smoother transit across multiple regions, benefiting commuters traveling to and from Haryana and Delhi.

With a budget of ₹3,600 crore, the UER-II is expected to bring multiple benefits, not only by reducing congestion but also by mitigating pollution levels in Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. By streamlining traffic flow, the project aims to decrease the pollution caused by prolonged traffic jams and vehicle emissions. This aligns with the broader goals of making Delhi and its neighboring regions more livable by improving air quality and reducing vehicular stress on the environment.

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, is spearheading this massive project, with cooperation from the governments of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD). The importance of coordination across multiple agencies is key to the project’s success, and Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena recently reviewed the progress alongside senior officials from the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), the Public Works Department (PWD), and other key departments.

During the review, Saxena emphasized the need for all involved agencies to work in close collaboration to ensure the timely completion of the remaining sections of the project. He highlighted that any further delays could affect the efficiency of the overall traffic management and the expected benefits for commuters. As of now, the project has been divided into five distinct packages, three of which are located within Delhi, while the remaining two are situated in Haryana.

Originally conceived as a third Ring Road for Delhi, the UER-II has since evolved into a more comprehensive project aimed at tackling some of the city’s most pressing traffic issues. Once operational, it will ease congestion on critical arteries, making daily commutes less time-consuming and more predictable for thousands of people.

The UER-II is poised to be a game-changer for the capital, offering faster routes, enhanced connectivity, and reducing the burden on existing roads. With its completion, Delhi and its surrounding regions are set to experience smoother, more efficient travel, contributing to a cleaner and more organized transportation system across the region.

As December approaches, residents of Delhi and commuters in surrounding areas are looking forward to the benefits of this long-awaited project. With continued efforts and collaboration between the involved agencies, the UER-II promises to usher in a new era of improved traffic management and infrastructure for the national capital.