🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 515 (NH 515)

Kulajan to Pasighat — 111.0 km

NH 515 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Kulajan to Pasighat, spanning 111.0 km through Arunachal Pradesh, Assam. It branches from NH 15.

111.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 15

Parent Highway

NH 515 Route Map

(NH52) Kulajan, Jonai, Pasighat

States & Union Territories

NH 515 passes through the following 2 states:

Arunachal PradeshAssam

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 515

The highway passes through 3 major cities and towns:

●Kulajan→●Jonai→●Pasighat

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NH 515 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Kulajan

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Pasighat

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 515

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 15

Total Length111.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 515

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 515

⚠️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 515 pass through?

National Highway 515 passes through Arunachal Pradesh, Assam.

What are the major cities on National Highway 515?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 515 include Kulajan, Jonai, Pasighat.

What is the total length of National Highway 515?

The total length of National Highway 515 is 111.0 km.

Is National Highway 515 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 515 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 15.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 515?

The speed limit on National Highway 515 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 515? (Route Map)

National Highway 515 follows this route: (NH52) Kulajan, Jonai, Pasighat.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 515?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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