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- GNIDA opened the Gaur Chowk underpass in Greater Noida West for a traffic trial scheduled from November 5 until November 8, 2026.
- For area residents, the underpass aims to reduce travel distance by up to two kilometres and ease pressure at Char Murti Chowk.
- Drivers should follow traffic signs and instructions during the trial, as GNIDA has not yet confirmed a permanent opening date.
The newly constructed Gaur Chowk underpass at Char Murti Chowk in Greater Noida West opened for a traffic trial at 6 am on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has confirmed that the trial will continue until 10 pm on Sunday, November 8.
The underpass is currently operating on a trial basis. GNIDA said it would formally open the route for regular traffic if the trial is successful. Any problems identified during the trial will be addressed before the permanent opening.
Around 14,000 Vehicles Used the Underpass in Five Hours
According to a press release issued by GNIDA on November 5, approximately 14,000 vehicles passed through the underpass between 6 am and 11 am on the first day of the trial.
The authority estimates that around 50,000 vehicles use the Char Murti Chowk junction daily.
The intersection is an important route for residents of Greater Noida West, particularly those travelling between residential areas, workplaces and neighbouring parts of the National Capital Region.
GNIDA Additional Chief Executive Officer Sumit Yadav inspected the underpass and surrounding roads along with Deputy General Manager Vijay Rawal and Senior Manager Prabhat Shankar.
The officials reviewed traffic movement and directed the project team to address any problems encountered during the trial.
What Will Change for Greater Noida West Commuters?
The underpass has been constructed to reduce traffic pressure at Char Murti Chowk, a busy intersection used by residents travelling towards Gaur City, Tigri and Ghaziabad.
According to GNIDA, vehicles travelling from the 130-metre and 60-metre roads towards Ghaziabad previously had to take a longer route involving a U-turn near the Hindon.
The authority estimates that the new underpass could reduce the distance travelled by affected vehicles by approximately 1.5 to 2 kilometres.
These are projected improvements. The actual impact on congestion, journey times and traffic movement will become clearer after the trial and regular opening.
Built at a Cost of Approximately Rs 99 Crore
GNIDA has provided the following project details:
- Project: Gaur Chowk (Char Murti Chowk) Underpass
- Location: Greater Noida West
- Length: Approximately 720 metres
- Construction Cost: Approximately Rs 99 crore
- Construction Started: February 15, 2025
- Construction Completed: October 30, 2026
- Original Completion Deadline: December 2026
The underpass has been constructed parallel to the 60-metre-wide road.
According to the authority, construction was completed ahead of the original December 2026 deadline.
What Drivers Should Know During the Trial
The underpass is scheduled to remain open for trial traffic until 10 pm on November 8.
Drivers using the junction should follow the displayed traffic signs and instructions from traffic personnel. They should also be prepared for changes in traffic arrangements if GNIDA identifies problems during the trial.
The authority has not confirmed a date for the permanent opening.
For Greater Noida West residents, the immediate development is that vehicles can now use the underpass during the announced trial period. Whether it provides sustained relief from congestion at Char Murti Chowk will depend on traffic conditions and the outcome of the trial.
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