🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 117 (NH 117)

North Salmara to Bijni — 14.0 km

NH 117 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting North Salmara to Bijni, spanning 14.0 km through Assam. It branches from NH 17.

14.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 17

Parent Highway

NH 117 Route Map

(NH31) NH17 near North Salmara, NH27 near Bijni

States & Union Territories

NH 117 passes through the following 1 state:

Assam

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 117

The highway passes through 2 major cities and towns:

●North Salmara→●Bijni

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NH 117 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

North Salmara

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Bijni

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 117

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 17

Total Length14.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 117

Cars, Jeeps & Light Motor Vehicles100 km/h

Buses & Goods Carriers (medium)80 km/h

Heavy Motor Vehicles (trucks, lorries)60 km/h

Motorcycles & Two-Wheelers80 km/h

Speed limits are prescribed under the Motor Vehicles Act and Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific stretches.

Safety Tips for Driving on NH 117

⚠️Always follow the speed limit — 100 km/h for cars and 80 km/h for heavy vehicles on national highways.
⚠️Wear seatbelts and ensure all passengers are buckled up.
⚠️Do not overtake on curves, bridges, or narrow sections.
⚠️Keep a safe following distance, especially during monsoon season.
⚠️Use headlights even during daytime on highways.
⚠️Take breaks every 2 hours during long drives to avoid fatigue.
⚠️In case of an emergency, call 112 (Unified Emergency Number) or 1033 (National Highway Helpline).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which states does National Highway 117 pass through?

National Highway 117 passes through Assam.

What are the major cities on National Highway 117?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 117 include North Salmara, Bijni.

What is the total length of National Highway 117?

The total length of National Highway 117 is 14.0 km.

Is National Highway 117 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 117 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 17.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 117?

The speed limit on National Highway 117 is 100 km/h for cars and light motor vehicles, 80 km/h for buses and medium goods vehicles, and 60 km/h for heavy motor vehicles (trucks and lorries). These limits are set under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific sections.

What is the route of National Highway 117? (Route Map)

National Highway 117 follows this route: (NH31) NH17 near North Salmara, NH27 near Bijni.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 117?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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