Sneaky rides come with risks
Motorists are slipping onto the sleek new 71-km stretch of the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway between Hoskote and Bethamangala. But the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has issued warning drivers that this section, though tempting, isn’t officially open yet.
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The road to 2025
The entire 260-km expressway, connecting Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, is expected to be fully operational by August 2025. Construction is still underway in parts of AP and Tamil Nadu.Photo credit: PC Mohan/ X
Breaking down the Karnataka stretch
Hoskote to Malur: 27.1 km
Malur to Bangarpet: 27.1 km
Bangarpet to Bethamangala: 17.5 km
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Designed for speed
Maximum speed of 120 km/h, the expressway aims to provide a safer, faster alternative to existing highways.
6 hours to 3: The clock’s ticking
Once complete, the expressway will slash the Bengaluru-Chennai travel time from six hours to just three. Say goodbye to long road trips and hello to express speed.Photo credit: PC Mohan/ X
More than just a road
The expressway isn’t just for speed—it's set to ease traffic, boost regional trade, and improve connectivity for daily commuters, giving a major push to local economies.
What’s next?
Expect a smoother ride with an underpass at Kolathur and a flyover connecting to Kolar—cutting down congestion and ensuring faster commutes.