🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 703A (NH 703A)

Jalandhar to Arifke — 101.0 km

NH 703A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Jalandhar to Arifke, spanning 101.0 km through Punjab. It branches from NH 3.

101.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 3

Parent Highway

NH 703A Route Map

NH703A near Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Sultanpur Lodhi, Pindi, Makhu, mallawala, llwewala, NH354 near Arifke via NH-703A near Kapurthala connecting Gobindwal Sahib and terminating at its junction with NH-54 near Tarn Taran

States & Union Territories

NH 703A passes through the following 1 state:

Punjab

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 703A

The highway passes through 7 major cities and towns:

●Jalandhar→●Kapurthala→●Sultanpur Lodhi→●Pindi→●Makhu→●mallawala→●llwewala

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NH 703A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Jalandhar

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Arifke

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 703A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 3

Total Length101.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 703A

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 703A

⚠️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 703A pass through?

National Highway 703A passes through Punjab.

What are the major cities on National Highway 703A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 703A include Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Sultanpur Lodhi, Pindi, Makhu, mallawala, llwewala.

What is the total length of National Highway 703A?

The total length of National Highway 703A is 101.0 km.

Is National Highway 703A a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 703A is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 3.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 703A?

The speed limit on National Highway 703A 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 703A? (Route Map)

National Highway 703A follows this route: NH703A near Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Sultanpur Lodhi, Pindi, Makhu, mallawala, llwewala, NH354 near Arifke via NH-703A near Kapurthala connecting Gobindwal Sahib and terminating at its junction with NH-54 near Tarn Taran.

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