Panchkula Sector 21, Chandigarh

PM Narendra Modi's visit on July 17, 2026, included the inauguration and foundation stone laying for projects worth over ₹6,600 crore in the Chandigarh region,Key road projects include the 6-lane IT City-Kurali Greenfield Highway, the 6-lane Zirakpur Greenfield Bypass, and the PR-7 Spur (NH-205A).

The Zirakpur Ring Road Project, a 16.5 to 19.2 km six-lane expressway, has begun its bidding process. This project aims to divert traffic from NH-7 and NH-5, featuring green belts and service lanes, at estimated cost ₹1,900 crore. Additionally, the Chandigarh Metro Phase 1 is planned for an extension to Zirakpur's Baltana corridor.

A new 100-feet wide road is being planned to connect Chandigarh, Panchkula, and Zirakpur directly to the Mohali airport, bypassing the longer route through Mohali's road network. This project, pending Ministry of Defence approval for land acquisition, is expected to cut travel distances significantly, improving connectivity and convenience for air travelers from the Tricity region.

The long-awaited road underbridge (RUB) at the Baltana level crossing is set to begin construction.The project, which has seen cost escalation due to delays, is now funded and ready to proceed. Upon completion within 12 months, the RUB is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion.

The controversial stilt-plus-four (S+4) housing policy in Panchkula is a major point of contention, with residents and welfare associations raising concerns about the strain on the city's infrastructure. The policy, which allows for increased vertical expansion, is being challenged in court, with a critical hearing scheduled.

NHAI has awarded the construction work for the Zirakpur-Panchkula bypass (19.2 km) and a spur connecting it to the Ambala-Chandigarh expressway (10.3 km). This Rs 1,983-crore project aims to dismantle the chronic traffic gridlock in Zirakpur and surrounding areas by creating a six-lane bypass.

The Haryana government has proposed amendments to the Haryana Building Code, 2017, making EV charging infrastructure mandatory in new residential and non-residential projects. TThe exemption of EV charging infrastructure from Floor Area Ratio (FAR) calculations is expected to encourage developers to incorporate these facilities.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the construction of a 6-lane Zirakpur Bypass, spanning 19.2 km, at a cost of Rs 1,878.31 crore. This project, part of the PM Gatishakti National Master Plan, aims to ease congestion in Zirakpur, Panchkula, and surrounding areas by diverting traffic from Patiala, Delhi, and Mohali Aerocity, while providing direct connectivity to Himachal Pradesh.

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has awarded the construction work for the 19.2 km Zirakpur-Panchkula bypass and a 10.3 km spur connecting it to the Ambala-Chandigarh expressway. RKCPL Limited and Ceigall Infra Projects Private Limited are the selected bidders. The bypass is expected to be operational by early 2028, and the spur by late 2027.