Western Peripheral Expressway (KMP)
Also known as Kundli-Manesar-Palwal Expressway, this 135.6 km orbital highway forms Delhi's western bypass, complementing the Eastern Peripheral.
Overview
Expressway Details
Project Information
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Key Features & Infrastructure
- ✓ Western arc of Delhi ring road system
- ✓ 8-lane expressway (wider than EPE)
- ✓ Connects NH-44, NH-10, NH-48, NH-19
- ✓ Access controlled with 15 interchanges
- ✓ Industrial corridor development along route
- ✓ Part of Bharatmala program
Services & Amenities
Modern facilities and services available along the expressway for a comfortable journey.
Key Benefits & Impact
- ● Diverts 150,000+ vehicles daily from Delhi
- ● Reduces Delhi congestion by 15-20%
- ● Boosts industrial development in Haryana
- ● Saves fuel worth ₹3,000+ crores annually
- ● Travel time reduction of 2-4 hours for through traffic
Key Statistics
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Western Peripheral Expressway (KMP)
A: Also known as Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway, it's a 135.6 km orbital highway forming Delhi's western bypass. With 8 lanes, it's wider than the Eastern Peripheral and handles even larger traffic volumes.
A: KMP Expressway diverts over 150,000 vehicles daily from Delhi - three times more than EPE. This massive diversion has reduced Delhi's congestion by 15-20% and significantly improved air quality in the capital region.
A: Toll rates for cars are approximately ₹120-180 for the full stretch. There are 5 toll plazas with electronic toll collection. The expressway saves ₹3,000+ crore annually in fuel costs for users.
A: KMP connects NH-44 (Kundli to Chandigarh, formerly NH-1), NH-10 (to Rohtak), NH-48 (to Jaipur/Gurgaon, formerly NH-8), and NH-19 (Palwal to Agra/Mathura, formerly NH-2), with 15 major interchanges facilitating easy entry and exit.
A: KMP stands for Kundli-Manesar-Palwal, the three key cities it connects. Manesar is Haryana's major industrial hub, and the expressway passes through Gurgaon-Manesar industrial belt with 25+ industrial estates.
A: The expressway has catalyzed industrial growth with 25+ estates along the route. It has reduced logistics costs dramatically, attracted new investments, and created thousands of jobs in manufacturing and warehousing sectors.
Need More Information?
For specific queries about Western Peripheral Expressway (KMP), contact NHAI at 1033 (24/7 helpline) or visit the official NHAI website for real-time traffic updates and toll information.