🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 217 (NH 217)

Paikan to Dudhnai — 307.0 km

NH 217 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Paikan to Dudhnai, spanning 307.0 km through Assam, Meghalaya. It branches from NH 17.

307.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 17

Parent Highway

NH 217 Route Map

(NH51) NH17 near Paikan, Tura, (NH62) Dalu, Baghmara, Rongjeng Damra, NH17 near Dudhnai

States & Union Territories

NH 217 passes through the following 2 states:

AssamMeghalaya

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 217

The highway passes through 6 major cities and towns:

●Paikan→●Tura→●Dalu→●Baghmara→●Rongjeng Damra→●Dudhnai

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NH 217 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Paikan

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Dudhnai

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 217

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 17

Total Length307.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 217

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 217

⚠️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 217 pass through?

National Highway 217 passes through Assam, Meghalaya.

What are the major cities on National Highway 217?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 217 include Paikan, Tura, Dalu, Baghmara, Rongjeng Damra, Dudhnai.

What is the total length of National Highway 217?

The total length of National Highway 217 is 307.0 km.

Is National Highway 217 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 217 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 17.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 217?

The speed limit on National Highway 217 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 217? (Route Map)

National Highway 217 follows this route: (NH51) NH17 near Paikan, Tura, (NH62) Dalu, Baghmara, Rongjeng Damra, NH17 near Dudhnai.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 217?

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