National Highway 526 (NH 526)
Written and checked byRamanathan Virli· Roads & Infrastructure
Bishamakatek to Panukuru — 155.0 km
NH 526 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Bishamakatek to Panukuru, spanning 155.0 km through Andhra Pradesh, Odisha. It branches from NH 26.
155.0
Kilometres
2
States
3
Major Cities
NH 26
Parent Highway
NH 526 Route Map
NH159 near Bishamakatek, Gunupur Paralakhemundi, NH16 near Panukuru
States & Union Territories
NH 526 passes through the following 2 states:
Major Cities & Towns Along NH 526
The highway passes through 3 major cities and towns:
NH 526 Start and End Point
Start Point (Origin)
Bishamakatek
End Point (Terminus)
Panukuru
Highway Classification
Speed Limit on NH 526
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 526
- ⚠️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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