🛣️OperationalNorth India

Bundelkhand Expressway

Bharatkoop (Chitrakoot) to Kudrail (Etawah) — 296 km · 4 lanes (expandable to 6)

A 296 km expressway connecting the Bundelkhand region to the Agra-Lucknow Expressway and Yamuna Expressway network. Inaugurated by PM Modi on 16 July 2022, it aims to boost economic development of the historically underdeveloped Bundelkhand region.

296

Kilometres

Lanes

100 km/h

Speed Limit

State

Bundelkhand Expressway Route Map

Bharatkoop (Chitrakoot), Banda, Hamirpur, Mahoba, Jalaun, Auraiya, Kudrail (Etawah)

Bundelkhand Expressway Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Bharatkoop (Chitrakoot)

End Point (Terminus)

Kudrail (Etawah)

States & Union Territories

Uttar Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns

●Chitrakoot→●Banda→●Hamirpur→●Mahoba→●Jalaun→●Auraiya→●Etawah

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Key Features

●Connects underdeveloped Bundelkhand region to expressway network
●Links to Agra-Lucknow Expressway at Etawah end
●Passes through 7 districts of UP
●Includes defence airstrip for emergency use
●Expected to boost industrial and tourism development

Project Details

NameBundelkhand Expressway

Total Length296 km

Lanes4 lanes (expandable to 6)

Speed Limit100 km/h

StatusOperational

Operator / DeveloperUttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA)

Year Opened2022

Project CostRs 14,716 Crore

RegionNorth India

Safety Tips for Driving on the Bundelkhand Expressway

⚠️Strictly follow the speed limit of 100 km/h. Overspeeding on expressways attracts heavy fines.
⚠️Always wear seatbelts. Rear-seat passengers must also buckle up on expressways.
⚠️Do not stop on the main carriageway. Use designated rest areas and parking zones.
⚠️Maintain lane discipline — use the right lane only for overtaking.
⚠️Keep a safe following distance of at least 3 seconds at expressway speeds.
⚠️Use headlights even during daytime as per expressway rules.
⚠️In case of breakdown, move to the shoulder immediately and use hazard lights.
⚠️In an emergency, call 112 (Unified Emergency) or 1033 (Highway Helpline).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total length of the Bundelkhand Expressway?

The Bundelkhand Expressway has a total length of 296 km. It connects Bharatkoop (Chitrakoot) to Kudrail (Etawah).

What is the current status of the Bundelkhand Expressway?

The Bundelkhand Expressway is fully operational, having been opened in 2022.

Which states does the Bundelkhand Expressway pass through?

The Bundelkhand Expressway passes through Uttar Pradesh.

What is the speed limit on the Bundelkhand Expressway?

The speed limit on the Bundelkhand Expressway is 100 km/h.

How many lanes does the Bundelkhand Expressway have?

The Bundelkhand Expressway has 4 lanes (expandable to 6).

What is the cost of the Bundelkhand Expressway project?

The Bundelkhand Expressway project has an estimated cost of Rs 14,716 crore.

What are the major cities connected by the Bundelkhand Expressway?

The major cities and towns along the Bundelkhand Expressway include Chitrakoot, Banda, Hamirpur, Mahoba, Jalaun, Auraiya, Etawah.

Who is the operator of the Bundelkhand Expressway?

The Bundelkhand Expressway is operated/developed by Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA).

What are the key features of the Bundelkhand Expressway?

Key features of the Bundelkhand Expressway include: Connects underdeveloped Bundelkhand region to expressway network; Links to Agra-Lucknow Expressway at Etawah end; Passes through 7 districts of UP; Includes defence airstrip for emergency use; Expected to boost industrial and tourism development.

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