Elevated Corridor Approved on SPR: No More Red Lights Between Vatika Chowk & NH-48

Gurugram is growing fast. New housing sectors, corporate parks, and commercial hubs are coming up across the city every year. But this rapid growth has also brought a serious problem, increasing traffic congestion on key roads, especially on Southern Peripheral Road (SPR).

To tackle this, the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has invited requests for proposals (RFP) to build a 4.2 km elevated corridor on SPR between NH8 and Vatika Chowk. Estimated to cost Rs 755 crore, the project will develop interchanges, loops, and ramps at key junctions, turning this heavily congested stretch into a fully signal-free corridor. The elevated structure will be designed on the lines of grade-separated access systems already developed along Dwarka Expressway and will run along the existing road.

Once complete, it will provide faster connectivity between Dwarka Expressway, NH8, and the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, while reducing pressure on key junctions such as Vatika Chowk and Subhash Chowk. The project is expected to be completed within 30 months of the contract being awarded. The selected agency will also be responsible for the operation, management, and maintenance of the corridor for 10 years after completion.

GMDA CEO PC Meena said, “Gurgaon is witnessing rapid urban expansion and the development of high-capacity road infrastructure remains a key priority to support the city’s growing mobility needs and sustain its economic growth. This project is part of our continued efforts to strengthen the city’s road infrastructure and create a more efficient and future-ready urban mobility network.”

What the Project Includes and What Comes Next

The project is more than just an elevated road. Under this plan, an eight-lane elevated corridor will be constructed between Vatika Chowk and NH8. Alongside it, a six-lane surface road will also be built with two-lane service roads on each side. Two-lane ramps will be provided at key intersections for smoother traffic flow, and a full interchange will be built at NH8 for seamless connectivity with the national highway.

Looking ahead, an interchange at Vatika Chowk is also planned as part of Phase II, which will further strengthen connectivity between SPR and the Sohna elevated corridor. GMDA officials confirmed that documents for Phase II are currently being prepared and the tender will be floated soon.

SPR has long served as one of Gurugram’s most critical mobility corridors, linking Golf Course Extension Road, Sohna Road, Dwarka Expressway, and the Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway. Rapid residential development along this stretch significantly increased traffic volumes over the years, leading to frequent congestion at key intersections. Commuters travelling between Dwarka Expressway, Southern Gurgaon, Sohna, and Faridabad currently have no direct route and are forced to pass through congested city junctions like Rajiv Chowk and Subhash Chowk. The new corridor will change that by offering a faster and more direct alternative.

Residents Welcome Project but Urge Smooth Execution

Before construction begins, authorities will shift several utilities along the route, including high-tension power lines and underground infrastructure such as gas pipelines. A budget of Rs 40 crore has been set aside for this purpose. Officials confirmed that the required right of way is already available and no major land acquisition issues are expected, which means construction can begin without significant delays.

While residents have welcomed the project, they have urged authorities to ensure minimal disruption during the construction phase. Neehar Ranjan, a resident of BPTP Astaire Gardens, said, “Traffic on SPR increased significantly, especially after the opening of Dwarka Expressway. Both heavy vehicles and commuter traffic use this road, and the volume multiplied over the years.” He added, “SPR is the main arterial road for several sectors and housing societies in this part of the city and thousands of residents depend on it for their daily commute. Authorities will have to ensure that traffic movement is managed properly during construction so that the corridor does not become a major bottleneck.”