National Highway 540 (NH 540)
Written and checked byRamanathan Virli· Roads & Infrastructure
Mahanandi to Sri Sailam Dam — 103.0 km
NH 540 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Mahanandi to Sri Sailam Dam, spanning 103.0 km through Andhra Pradesh, Telangana. It branches from NH 40.
103.0
Kilometres
2
States
5
Major Cities
NH 40
Parent Highway
NH 540 Route Map
Mahanandi, Nandyal on NH40, Gadivemula, Nandikotkur, Sri Sailam Dam
States & Union Territories
NH 540 passes through the following 2 states:
Major Cities & Towns Along NH 540
The highway passes through 5 major cities and towns:
NH 540 Start and End Point
Start Point (Origin)
Mahanandi
End Point (Terminus)
Sri Sailam Dam
Highway Classification
Speed Limit on NH 540
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 540
- ⚠️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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