National Highway 179A (NH 179A)
Salem to Vaniyambadi — 140.0 km
NH 179A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Salem to Vaniyambadi, spanning 140.0 km through Tamil Nadu. It branches from NH 79.
140.0
Kilometres
1
State
8
Major Cities
NH 79
Parent Highway
NH 179A Route Map
NH79 near Salem, Ayothiapattinam, Pappireddipatti, Harur, Uthangarai, Thirupathur, Jolarpettai, NH48 near Vaniyambadi
States & Union Territories
NH 179A passes through the following 1 state:
Major Cities & Towns Along NH 179A
The highway passes through 8 major cities and towns:
NH 179A Start and End Point
Start Point (Origin)
Salem
Junction point from route description
End Point (Terminus)
Vaniyambadi
Junction point from route description
Highway Classification
Speed Limit on NH 179A
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 179A
- ⚠️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
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