The Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway was recently opened for vehicles after completing construction in the Karnataka section. Initially, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) allowed vehicles to travel without paying toll charges. However, a new rule has now been enforced—two-wheelers are completely banned from using the expressway.
Why Are Bikes Not Allowed?
The decision to ban two-wheelers came after a major accident near Bangarpet in Kolar district on Sunday night, where four bikers lost their lives in a terrible crash. Authorities noticed that many bikers were riding at high speeds, increasing the risk of accidents. To prevent more such incidents, NHAI has completely restricted bike entry on this expressway.
How Will the Ban Be Enforced?
- Patrolling vehicles will be deployed to stop two-wheelers from entering.
- Warning boards are being placed along the route to inform bikers about the ban.
- Officials revealed that in the recent accident, a bike entered from the wrong side, causing the crash.
Other Expressways with Similar Rules
Many expressways across India do not allow two-wheelers due to safety concerns. Some of them include:
- Yamuna Expressway (Uttar Pradesh)
- Mumbai-Pune Expressway (Maharashtra)
- Delhi-Meerut Expressway (Delhi-UP)
- Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway (Gujarat)
Now, the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway is following the same rule to ensure road safety. Bikers are strictly advised not to use this route.
Speed Limits and Construction Updates
- This expressway is designed for high-speed travel up to 120 km/h.
- Some bikers were reportedly using the road for speed tests and stunts, leading to this restriction.
- The total length of the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway is 288 km.
- The completed section runs from Hoskote (Karnataka) to Sundarapalli (Andhra Pradesh border).
- Construction is still ongoing in parts of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, so vehicles are not allowed in those sections yet.