{
  "id": 8888087,
  "title": "15-minute Noida-Delhi commute, cycle tracks: Delayed Barapullah Phase III to open September 29",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/15-minute-noida-delhi-commute-cycle-tracks-delayed-barapullah-phase",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-21T09:04:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hindustan Times",
    "slug": "hindustan-times",
    "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/15minute-noida-delhi-commute-cycle-tracks-delayed-barapullah-phase-iii-to-open-september-29-101789977198430.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Barapullah Phase III, a long-delayed elevated road corridor in Delhi, is set to open to the public on September 29. The project, connecting Mayur Vihar in East Delhi to Sarai Kale Khan, is expected to reduce travel time from East Delhi and Noida to AIIMS from 35-40 minutes to approximately 15 minutes. The corridor will allow vehicles to bypass several traffic signals and congested stretches, making the journey faster. In addition to the road, the project includes structures to distribute traffic and improve connectivity, and a unique feature - a cycle track and pedestrian facilities. The Yamuna crossing has the potential to become a riverfront attraction once the river is cleaned up, offering a leisurely walk for commuters. Originally estimated to cost ₹1,260 crore, the revised cost has risen to around ₹1,635 crore due to delays and changes during construction. Barapullah Phase III has been under construction since 2015, with the latest completion deadline missed in June 2026. The project has faced allegations of irregularities, investigated by the Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch. Despite the delays and cost overruns, the corridor promises a faster, signal-free route for commuters traveling between Mayur Vihar, East Delhi, and Noida towards Sarai Kale Khan, AIIMS, and other parts of South Delhi.",
  "summary": "The flyover is expected to make travel easier from Mayur Vihar, East Delhi and Noida to Sarai Kale Khan, AIIMS and South Delhi.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}