🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 246 (NH 246)

Baretha to Nainpur — 302.7 km

NH 246 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Baretha to Nainpur, spanning 302.7 km through Madhya Pradesh. It branches from NH 46.

302.7

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 46

Parent Highway

NH 246 Route Map

NH46 near Baretha, Ghoradongri, Damua, Parasia, Chhindwara, Seoni, Nainpur near NH543

States & Union Territories

NH 246 passes through the following 1 state:

Madhya Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 246

The highway passes through 7 major cities and towns:

●Baretha→●Ghoradongri→●Damua→●Parasia→●Chhindwara→●Seoni→●Nainpur near

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NH 246 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Baretha

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Nainpur

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 246

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 46

Total Length302.7 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 246

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 246

⚠️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 246 pass through?

National Highway 246 passes through Madhya Pradesh.

What are the major cities on National Highway 246?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 246 include Baretha, Ghoradongri, Damua, Parasia, Chhindwara, Seoni, Nainpur near.

What is the total length of National Highway 246?

The total length of National Highway 246 is 302.7 km.

Is National Highway 246 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 246 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 46.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 246?

The speed limit on National Highway 246 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 246? (Route Map)

National Highway 246 follows this route: NH46 near Baretha, Ghoradongri, Damua, Parasia, Chhindwara, Seoni, Nainpur near NH543.

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