With Uttarakhand continuing to attract tourists, the nearly completed Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is set to revolutionise travel to the hills. Slashing travel time from 6.5 hours to 2.5 hours, the expressway promises a faster journey from the capital to the Himalayan foothills.
But beyond the asphalt and engineering, this project is making headlines for its eco-conscious design. A remarkable 14 km wildlife underpass—one of the longest in Asia—cuts through dense forest zones, allowing elephants, deer, and other native species to cross safely. Camera trap footage has confirmed animal movement through the corridor, proving that infrastructure and conservation can go hand in hand.