Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway: The much-awaited final stretch of the Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway will open on June 5, 2025. This major infrastructure project is set to transform road travel in Maharashtra by cutting the travel time between Mumbai and Nagpur from 16 hours to just 8 hours. The expressway is also known as Samruddhi Mahamarg and is one of the longest and fastest highways in India.

With the opening of the final 76-km stretch between Igatpuri (Nashik) and Amane (Thane), travelers will now be able to cover the 701-km distance at high speeds of up to 150 km/h. This drastically reduces the previous travel time and makes road travel more comfortable.  

The expressway features three major interchanges located at:

• Igatpuri
• Kutghar (Shahapur)
• Amane (Thane)

These interchanges will improve connectivity and make the highway accessible from multiple points. The route passes through 10 districts and over 390 villages, supporting regional development.

A standout feature of this expressway is the 7.8-km tunnel at Kasara Ghat. It is the longest road tunnel in India. This tunnel replaces the old, winding roads that forced travelers to climb 450 meters through difficult terrain. The tunnel provides a safer and faster route. It cuts down on travel time and easing traffic congestion.

The Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway is built with modern infrastructure, including:

• 33 major bridges
• 274 minor bridges
• 65 flyovers
• 6 tunnels

This will help in a smooth and uninterrupted travel along the entire stretch, making it a world-class expressway.

The final stretch was constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 1,182 crore. The project was jointly funded by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The government plans to boost economic growth and connectivity between Mumbai and Nagpur through this expressway.

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