National Highway 249B (NH 249B)
Written and checked byRamanathan Virli· Roads & Infrastructure
Old NH200 to Knika — 43.0 km
NH 249B is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Old NH200 to Knika, spanning 43.0 km through Chhattisgarh. It branches from NH 49.
43.0
Kilometres
1
State
2
Major Cities
NH 49
Parent Highway
NH 249B Route Map
Old NH200(NH49) near Belpahar, Knika
States & Union Territories
NH 249B passes through the following 1 state:
Major Cities & Towns Along NH 249B
The highway passes through 2 major cities and towns:
NH 249B Start and End Point
Start Point (Origin)
Old NH200
End Point (Terminus)
Knika
Highway Classification
Speed Limit on NH 249B
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 249B
- ⚠️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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