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National Highway 53 (NH 53)

Hajira to Paradip Port — 1849.0 km

NH 53 is a primary national highway connecting Hajira to Paradip Port, spanning 1849.0 km through Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Odisha.

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NH 53

Parent Highway

NH 53 Route Map

(NH6 old numbering) Hajira, Surat, Uchchhal, Dhule, Jalgaon, Nashirabad, Bhusawal, Akola, Amravati, Nagpur, Bhandara, Deori, Rajnandgaon, Durg, Raipur, Arang, Saraipali, Bargarh, Sambalpur, (NH200) Deogarh, Pallahara, Samal, Godibandha, Talcher, Dubri, Chandhikhol, (NH5A) Haridaspur, Paradip Port

States & Union Territories

NH 53 passes through the following 4 states:

ChhattisgarhGujaratMaharashtraOdisha

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 53

The highway passes through 15 major cities and towns:

●( old numbering) Hajira→●Surat→●Uchchhal→●Dhule→●Jalgaon→●Nashirabad→●Bhusawal→●Akola→●Amravati→●Nagpur→●Bhandara→●Deori→●Rajnandgaon→●Durg→●Raipur

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NH 53 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Hajira

End Point (Terminus)

Paradip Port

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 53

TypePrimary National Highway

Total Length1849.0 km

RegionWest India to East India

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 53

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 53

⚠️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

Where does National Highway 53 start and end?

National Highway 53 starts from Hajira and ends at Paradip Port, covering a total distance of 1849.0 km.

Which states does National Highway 53 pass through?

National Highway 53 passes through Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Odisha.

What are the major cities on National Highway 53?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 53 include ( old numbering) Hajira, Surat, Uchchhal, Dhule, Jalgaon, Nashirabad, Bhusawal, Akola, Amravati, Nagpur, Bhandara, Deori, Rajnandgaon, Durg, Raipur.

What is the total length of National Highway 53?

The total length of National Highway 53 is 1849.0 km.

Is National Highway 53 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 53 is a primary national highway in India's post-2010 numbering system.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 53?

The speed limit on National Highway 53 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 53? (Route Map)

National Highway 53 follows this route: (NH6 old numbering) Hajira, Surat, Uchchhal, Dhule, Jalgaon, Nashirabad, Bhusawal, Akola, Amravati, Nagpur, Bhandara, Deori, Rajnandgaon, Durg, Raipur, Arang, Saraipali, Bargarh, Sambalpur, (NH200) Deogarh, Pallahara, Samal, Godibandha, Talcher, Dubri, Chandhikhol, (NH5A) Haridaspur, Paradip Port — starting at Hajira and ending at Paradip Port.

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