India Accelerates Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Construction, Targets 2027 Completion

India's ambitious Delhi-Mumbai Expressway project has reached a significant milestone with 60% of construction completed as of July 2026. The 1,350-kilometer expressway, designed to reduce travel time between the two major cities from 24 to 12 hours, aims for completion by mid-2027, according to The Hindu. This infrastructure project is expected to boost economic activity and improve logistics efficiency across several states. The expressway includes 24 lanes in some sections and features multiple tunnels and bridges to navigate challenging terrain. The government has allocated over $15 billion to the project, marking it as one of the largest infrastructure investments in India’s recent history. This development aligns with India’s broader push to enhance connectivity and support rapid urbanization, Reuters reported.