Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Mangalore to Chennai
The Indian Volunteers Trust proposes an expressway connecting Mangalore to Chennai, covering a distance of 587 km. This proposed infrastructure project aims to enhance connectivity, reduce travel time, and promote economic development across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Currently, the route covers 703 km and takes approximately 13 hours and 44 minutes to travel. With the new expressway, travel time will be reduced to just 5 hours and 52 minutes.
Details:
| Route | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kankanady | Karnataka | 12.85638 | 74.86719 |
| Bengaluru | Karnataka | 13.01441 | 77.43174 |
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu | 13.09384 | 80.27603 |
| Total Distance | |||
| Current Route | 703 km | ||
| Proposed Expressway | 587 km | ||
| Travel Time | |||
| Current Travel Time | 13 hr 44 min | ||
| Proposed Time | 5 hr 52 min | ||
| Saved Distance | |||
| Distance Saved | 116 km | ||
| Saved Time | |||
| Time Saved | 7 hr 52 min | ||
| Percentage Savings | |||
| Distance Saved (%) | 16.50% | ||
| Time Saved (%) | 57.31% |
Route Map:
- Starting from Kankanady, Karnataka
- Latitude: 12.85638
- Longitude: 74.86719
- Passing through Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Latitude: 13.01441
- Longitude: 77.43174
- Ending at Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Latitude: 13.09384
- Longitude: 80.27603
Proposed Interchanges:
- Interchange at Kankanady, Karnataka
- Latitude: 12.85638
- Longitude: 74.86719
- Interchange at Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Latitude: 13.01441
- Longitude: 77.43174
- Interchange at Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Latitude: 13.09384
- Longitude: 80.27603
Purpose and Objectives:
- Enhanced Connectivity: The expressway will provide a direct and efficient route connecting major cities across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, facilitating faster movement of goods and people.
- Economic Development: By reducing travel time and distance, the expressway will stimulate economic activities and promote regional development.
- Efficient Transportation: Improved connectivity will enhance transportation efficiency, reducing logistics costs and improving market access.
- Strategic Importance: The expressway will play a crucial role in integrating diverse regions, fostering regional cooperation, and enhancing national connectivity.
Benefits:
- Reduction in Travel Time: Travel time will be reduced by approximately 7 hours and 52 minutes, enhancing convenience for travelers and commuters.
- Distance Savings: The proposed expressway will shorten the travel distance by 116 km, reducing the environmental impact and transportation costs.
- Public Satisfaction: Improved travel conditions and reduced congestion will enhance public satisfaction, ensuring smoother and more comfortable journeys.
- Traffic Stress Management: By providing an alternative route, the expressway will help manage traffic stress and congestion on existing road networks.
The proposed Mangalore to Chennai expressway is a transformative infrastructure project that will contribute to regional development, economic growth, and improved connectivity across Southern India. The Indian Volunteers Trust urges the government to consider this initiative, recognizing its potential to accelerate development and connect communities across state borders.