🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 720 (NH 720)

Kendujhargarh to NH53 — 91.0 km

NH 720 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Kendujhargarh to NH53, spanning 91.0 km through Odisha. It branches from NH 20.

91.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 20

Parent Highway

NH 720 Route Map

NH20 near Kendujhargarh, NH53 at Duburi

States & Union Territories

NH 720 passes through the following 1 state:

Odisha

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 720

The highway passes through 2 major cities and towns:

●Kendujhargarh→●at Duburi

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NH 720 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Kendujhargarh

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

NH53

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 720

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 20

Total Length91.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 720

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 720

⚠️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 720 pass through?

National Highway 720 passes through Odisha.

What are the major cities on National Highway 720?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 720 include Kendujhargarh, at Duburi.

What is the total length of National Highway 720?

The total length of National Highway 720 is 91.0 km.

Is National Highway 720 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 720 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 20.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 720?

The speed limit on National Highway 720 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 720? (Route Map)

National Highway 720 follows this route: NH20 near Kendujhargarh, NH53 at Duburi.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 720?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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