₹2,500 Crore Kalyani Expressway Inaugurated: Airport Reachable in 40 Minutes

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Wed, Mar 04, 12:49 AM IST • 2 min read

In a major boost to West Bengal’s infrastructure, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has inaugurated the 45-kilometre, signal-free Kalyani Expressway, a transformative road project aimed at enhancing connectivity across North 24-Parganas and Nadia districts.

 

Built at an approximate cost of ₹2,500 crore, the 4–6 lane corridor is designed to ensure uninterrupted, high-speed travel between Kalyani and Kolkata.

 

Key Highlights of the Project

 

  • 45-km fully signal-free corridor
  • 21 flyovers
  • 7 major underpasses & 6 light-vehicle underpasses
  • 70 culverts
  • 1.3-km elevated “Zero Point” link
  • Integrated toll infrastructure
  • Seamless connectivity with the 16-km Belgharia Expressway

 

The expressway eliminates traffic signals along the entire stretch from Belgharia to Baro Jagulia via Kampa More near Kanchrapara, ensuring smoother and faster movement for commuters and freight vehicles alike.

 

Massive Reduction in Travel Time

 

The new infrastructure drastically cuts travel duration:

 

  • Kalyani (AIIMS/IISER area) to Kolkata - now approximately 45 minutes
  • Kalyani to Kolkata Airport - reduced to just 40 minutes, compared to nearly 2.5 hours earlier

 

The Kalyani and Belgharia Expressways intersect at a crucial point between Mathkal and Sukantapally in North Dum Dum — locally known as the “Zero Point.” This elevated junction is expected to emerge as a major mobility hub for the region.

 

Strengthening Regional Growth

 

Beyond improved connectivity, the Kalyani Expressway is expected to significantly boost socio-economic development along the corridor. Improved road infrastructure will:

 

  • Enhance industrial and logistics opportunities
  • Improve access to healthcare and educational institutions
  • Support faster airport connectivity
  • Encourage real estate and commercial growth
  • Strengthen overall regional mobility

 

With its modern design featuring elevated corridors and six-lane underpasses at major intersections, the expressway marks a significant step forward in Bengal’s ongoing infrastructure transformation.

 

As connectivity improves, North 24-Parganas and Nadia are poised to witness accelerated development, making this project not just a road upgrade, but a catalyst for regional progress