National Highway 256 (NH 256)
Pratapgarh ,Mandsaur to Susner — 178.0 km
NH 256 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Pratapgarh ,Mandsaur to Susner, spanning 178.0 km through Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan. It branches from NH 56.
178.0
Kilometres
2
States
6
Major Cities
NH 56
Parent Highway
NH 256 Route Map
The highway starting from NH-56 near Pratapgarh connecting Mandsaur, Chaumahala, Dag and terminating at NH552G near Susner
States & Union Territories
NH 256 passes through the following 2 states:
Major Cities & Towns Along NH 256
The highway passes through 6 major cities and towns:
NH 256 Start and End Point
Start Point (Origin)
Pratapgarh ,Mandsaur
End Point (Terminus)
Susner
Highway Classification
Speed Limit on NH 256
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 256
- ⚠️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).
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