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{{short description|Road in India}} | {{short description|Road in India}} | ||
{{Use dmy dates|date= | {{Use dmy dates|date=August 2023}} | ||
{{Use Indian English|date=June 2018}} | {{Use Indian English|date=June 2018}} | ||
{{infobox road | {{infobox road | ||
|country=IND | |country=IND | ||
|type = | |type = | ||
|name = Sarkhej | |name = Sarkhej – Gandhinagar Highway | ||
|map=S G Highway Ahmedabad.png | |map=S G Highway Ahmedabad.png | ||
|map_notes= Highway Map | |map_notes= Highway Map | ||
|length_km= 44.5 | |length_km= 44.5 | ||
|direction_a= | |direction_a= Southwest | ||
|terminus_a= [[Sarkhej]] | |terminus_a= [[Sarkhej]] | ||
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|maint = [[Government of Gujarat]] | |maint = [[Government of Gujarat]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''Sarkhej–Gandhinagar Highway''', colloquially the '''S.G. Road''' or '''S.G. Highway''', connects the city of [[Ahmedabad]] with [[Gandhinagar]], the capital of the state of [[Gujarat]], | The '''Sarkhej–Gandhinagar Highway''', colloquially the '''S.G. Road''' or '''S.G. Highway''', connects the city of [[Ahmedabad]] with [[Gandhinagar]], the capital of the state of [[Gujarat]], India. It forms a major part of [[National Highway 8C (India)|NH 147]], which connects [[Sarkhej]] with [[Chiloda]] near [[Gandhinagar]]. It is a major artery road for commercial and public transport, and is witnessing a major construction boom along its route towards Gandhinagar. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
The highway was primarily built as a mean to bypass traffic from the city centre of Ahmedabad. But lower land prices led to a boom in real estate and the retail industry. Presently, prices of land within the vicinity of the highway are more comparable to those in downtown areas. It has emerged as a hub for educational, entertainment and corporate parks. | |||
In 2015, the [[National Highways Authority of India]] transferred administrative control of the highway to the [[Government of Gujarat]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://deshgujarat.com/2015/12/08/sg-highway-under-gog-control-flyover-at-vaishnodevi-circle-likely/|title=SG Highway under GoG control, flyover at Vaishnodevi circle likely|date=8 December 2015|website=DeshGujarat|access-date=2018-04-04}}</ref> | |||
In | |||
==Transportation== | ==Transportation== | ||
The highway is dotted with [[Ahmedabad Municipal Transport Service]] (AMTS) bus stops which connect the highway with the interior of the city. | The highway is dotted with [[Ahmedabad Municipal Transport Service]] (AMTS) bus stops, which connect the highway with the interior of the city. AMTS has also started a feeder air conditioning bus service in association with [[Airports Authority of India]], connecting [[Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport]] with the city, with its last stop at Karnavati Club on the Sarkhej–Gandhinagar Highway.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://ahmedabadmirror.indiatimes.com/ahmedabad/others/ac-bus-service-from-airport/articleshow/59197220.cms|title=AC bus service from airport – Ahmedabad Mirror|work=Ahmedabad Mirror|first=Alok|last=Brahmbhatt|date=18 June 2017|access-date=2018-04-04}}</ref> | ||
It is estimated that a minimum of one lakh PCUs (passenger car units) travels per day on this highway.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/centre-okays-seven-new-flyovers-on-sg-highway/articleshow/57048294.cms|agency=TNN|title=Centre okays seven new flyovers on SG Highway – Times of India|work=The Times of India|access-date=2018-04-04}}</ref> And, during the festivals and on Mondays and Tuesdays, there is a sharp jump in the volume of traffic. | |||
In | In 2015, [[Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation]] (AMC) started earmarking paid parking spots for various categories of vehicles on 4.7 km stretch between Karnavati Club and Hebatpur-Sola on the Highway, where a number of offices and shopping complexes are located.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/Paid-parking-on-Ahmedabads-SG-Highway-Gurukul-road/articleshow/49029947.cms|title=Paid parking on Ahmedabad's SG Highway, Gurukul road – Times of India|work=The Times of India|access-date=2018-04-04}}</ref> | ||
==Landmarks== | ==Landmarks== | ||
The highway is dotted with large-scale retail outlets like Lifestyle, Globus, Croma, and Westside. Various automotive dealership showrooms including [[Porsche]], [[BMW]], [[Audi]], [[Triumph Motor Company|Triumph]], [[Jaguar Cars|Jaguar]], [[Land Rover]], [[Range Rover]], [[Nissan]], [[Volvo]], [[Toyota]], [[Rolls-Royce Motor Cars|Rolls-Royce]], [[Harley-Davidson]], [[Honda]], [[Škoda Auto|Skoda]], [[Jeep]],<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.autocarpro.in/news-national/fca-india-jeep-dealership-ahmedabad-21672|title=FCA India opens first Jeep dealership in Ahmedabad|work=www.autocarpro.in|access-date=2018-04-04}}</ref> [[Ducati]]<ref>{{cite news|url=http://overdrive.in/news-cars-auto/ducati-india-opens-new-dealership-in-ahmedabad/|title=Ducati India opens new dealership in Ahmedabad | [[File:SG_Highway_Skyline.jpg|thumb|Corporate towers lining the SG Highway.]] | ||
The highway is dotted with large-scale retail outlets like Lifestyle, Globus, Croma, and Westside. Various automotive dealership showrooms including [[Porsche]], [[BMW]], [[Audi]], [[Triumph Motor Company|Triumph]], [[Jaguar Cars|Jaguar]], [[Land Rover]], [[Range Rover]], [[Nissan]], [[Volvo]], [[Toyota]], [[Rolls-Royce Motor Cars|Rolls-Royce]], [[Harley-Davidson]], [[Honda]], [[Škoda Auto|Skoda]], [[Jeep]],<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.autocarpro.in/news-national/fca-india-jeep-dealership-ahmedabad-21672|title=FCA India opens first Jeep dealership in Ahmedabad|work=www.autocarpro.in|access-date=2018-04-04}}</ref> [[Ducati]]<ref>{{cite news|url=http://overdrive.in/news-cars-auto/ducati-india-opens-new-dealership-in-ahmedabad/|title=Ducati India opens new dealership in Ahmedabad – Overdrive|website=Overdrive|language=en-US|access-date=2018-04-04}}</ref> and [[Mercedes-Benz|Mercedes]] are located on this road. | |||
===Government institutions=== | |||
===Government | |||
*[[Gujarat High Court]] | *[[Gujarat High Court]] | ||
===Religious | ===Religious institutions=== | ||
*Gobindham Gurudwara | *Gobindham Gurudwara | ||
*[[International Society for Krishna Consciousness|ISKCON]] Temple | *[[International Society for Krishna Consciousness|ISKCON]] Temple | ||
*Vasihnodevi Temple | *Vasihnodevi Temple | ||
*Adalaj | |||
===Educational | ===Educational institutions and research centres=== | ||
*Consumer Education and Research Centre | *Consumer Education and Research Centre | ||
*Chimanbhai Patel Institute Of Management & Research | *Chimanbhai Patel Institute Of Management & Research | ||
*[[National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research]] (NIPER) Ahmedabad Campus | *[[National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research]] (NIPER) Ahmedabad Campus | ||
*SGVP International School | |||
*Sola Bhagvat Vidhyapith | *Sola Bhagvat Vidhyapith | ||
*[[Silver Oak University]] | |||
*[[Nirma University]] | *[[Nirma University]] | ||
*L. J. Campus | *L. J. Campus | ||
===Hospitals=== | ===Hospitals=== | ||
*[[Sola Civil Hospital]] | |||
*Zydus Hospital | |||
*KD Hospital | |||
*HCG Cancer Center | *HCG Cancer Center | ||
===Corporate | ===Corporate institutions and parks=== | ||
*[[GNFC]] Tower | *[[GNFC]] Tower | ||
*[[Intas Biopharmaceuticals]] Corporate Office | *[[Intas Biopharmaceuticals]] Corporate Office | ||
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*TTEC | *TTEC | ||
*Signature 1 | *Signature 1 | ||
*Zydus Corporate Park (ZCP) | |||
===Entertainment | ===Entertainment centres=== | ||
*Acropolis Mall | *Acropolis Mall | ||
*[[Crowne Plaza]] Ahmedabad | *[[Crowne Plaza]] Ahmedabad | ||
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*The Grand Bhagwati | *The Grand Bhagwati | ||
*YMCA International Centre | *YMCA International Centre | ||
*Palladium Ahmedabad Mall | |||
*Swagat Holiday Mall <ref>{{Cite web |last=Mall |first=Swagat Holiday Mall |date=4 November 2024 |title=Mall in gandhinagar |url=https://swagatgroup.in/Swagat_Holiday_Mall/ }}</ref> | |||
===Public places=== | |||
* [[Chharodi Lake]] | |||
* Adalaj ki Vav | |||
==Future | ==Future developments== | ||
*On 7 July 2017, the [[Ministry of Road Transport and Highways]] has sanctioned INR | *On 7 July 2017, the [[Ministry of Road Transport and Highways]] has sanctioned INR 7 billion for the development of 44 km stretch of the highway.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/centre-sanctions-rs-700-crore-for-flyovers-widening-of-sg-road/articleshow/59480618.cms|title=Centre sanctions Rs 700 crore for flyovers, widening of SG Road – Times of India|work=The Times of India|agency=TNN|date=7 July 2017|access-date=2018-04-04}}</ref> | ||
*Currently as of October 2024 the new elevated flyover is to be construct from YMCA club to Karnavati club to reduce the traffic and emission. | |||
==In popular culture== | ==In popular culture== | ||
*[[Mahesh Babu]] starrer 2013 [[Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu]] ([[Telugu cinema|Telugu Film]]) was shot near Cinemax Multiplex, within the vicinity of the highway.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://ahmedabadmirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/It-is-Abad-calling-for-southern-stars/articleshow/55653537.cms|title=It is A'bad calling for southern stars| | *[[Mahesh Babu]] starrer 2013 [[Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu]] ([[Telugu cinema|Telugu Film]]) was shot near Cinemax Multiplex, within the vicinity of the highway.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://ahmedabadmirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/It-is-Abad-calling-for-southern-stars/articleshow/55653537.cms|title=It is A'bad calling for southern stars|date=28 November 2016|website=Ahmedabad Mirror|language=en|access-date=2020-02-11}}</ref> | ||
== Accidents == | |||
[[The Times of India]] reports during 22 July 2023 a significant increase in road traffic accidents on SG Road in Ahmedabad, India, according to data from emergency service provider EMRI 108. The '''2022–23 period saw an average of eight accidents daily''', a 65% rise from the previous year. This surge has led to a doubling of ambulance services in the area. The high accident rate is attributed to SG Road's nature as a city-passing highway with heavy converging traffic and higher average vehicle speeds. Implementing speed calming measures, proper signage, lane demarcation, and adequate lighting are suggested as potential solutions to reduce accidents.<ref>{{Cite news |date=22 July 2023 |title=Reckless driving led to 8 accidents daily on SG Road: EMRI 108 data |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/reckless-driving-led-to-8-accidents-daily-on-sg-road-emri-108-data/articleshow/102027203.cms |access-date=2023-07-22 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> | |||
* A fatal incident occurred on Ahmedabad's '''ISKCON Bridge''' when a vehicle, driven by '''Tathya Patel''', struck a crowd that had gathered due to a previous collision, resulting in nine deaths. Following the tragic event, Patel was promptly arrested by local authorities.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Car Driver Arrested For Crushing 9 people To Death In Ahmedabad: Cops |url=https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/car-driver-arrested-for-crushing-9-people-to-death-in-ahmedabad-cops-4227503 |access-date=2023-07-22 |website=NDTV.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=20 July 2023 |title=9 Dead, 11 Injured In Road Accident On Iskcon Flyover In Gujarat's Ahmedabad |url=https://news.abplive.com/news/india/9-dead-in-road-accident-on-iskcon-flyover-in-gujarat-s-ahmedabad-1617128 |access-date=2023-07-22 |work=ABP Live |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Gujarat: 9 Dead As Car Mows Down Crowd Gathered At Accident Site On Ahmedabad Bridge; Realtor, Son Arrested |url=https://www.india.com/news/india/gujarat-9-dead-as-car-mows-down-crowd-gathered-at-accident-site-on-ahmedabad-bridge-realtor-son-arrested-6178728/Gujarat:%209%20Dead%20As%20Car%20Mows%20Down%20Crowd%20Gathered%20At%20Accident%20Site%20On%20Ahmedabad%20Bridge;%20Realtor,%20Son%20Arrested |access-date=2023-07-22 |website=www.india.com |language=en}}</ref> | |||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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File:GURUDWARA_GOVINDDHAM,AHMEDABAD,GUJARAT,INDIA.JPG|Gobindham Gurudwara | File:GURUDWARA_GOVINDDHAM,AHMEDABAD,GUJARAT,INDIA.JPG|Gobindham Gurudwara | ||
File:SG. Highway.JPG|[[ISKCON]] Flyover | File:SG. Highway.JPG|[[ISKCON]] Flyover | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
{{Ahmedabad topics}} | {{Ahmedabad topics}} | ||
Latest revision as of 19:37, 31 May 2025
| Sarkhej – Gandhinagar Highway | |
|---|---|
| Route information | |
| Maintained by Government of Gujarat | |
| Length | 44.5 km (27.7 mi) |
| Existed | 2002–present |
| Major junctions | |
| Southwest end | Sarkhej |
| North end | Gandhinagar |
| Location | |
| States | Gujarat |
| Highway system | |
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The Sarkhej–Gandhinagar Highway, colloquially the S.G. Road or S.G. Highway, connects the city of Ahmedabad with Gandhinagar, the capital of the state of Gujarat, India. It forms a major part of NH 147, which connects Sarkhej with Chiloda near Gandhinagar. It is a major artery road for commercial and public transport, and is witnessing a major construction boom along its route towards Gandhinagar.
History[edit | edit source]
The highway was primarily built as a mean to bypass traffic from the city centre of Ahmedabad. But lower land prices led to a boom in real estate and the retail industry. Presently, prices of land within the vicinity of the highway are more comparable to those in downtown areas. It has emerged as a hub for educational, entertainment and corporate parks.
In 2015, the National Highways Authority of India transferred administrative control of the highway to the Government of Gujarat.[1]
Transportation[edit | edit source]
The highway is dotted with Ahmedabad Municipal Transport Service (AMTS) bus stops, which connect the highway with the interior of the city. AMTS has also started a feeder air conditioning bus service in association with Airports Authority of India, connecting Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport with the city, with its last stop at Karnavati Club on the Sarkhej–Gandhinagar Highway.[2]
It is estimated that a minimum of one lakh PCUs (passenger car units) travels per day on this highway.[3] And, during the festivals and on Mondays and Tuesdays, there is a sharp jump in the volume of traffic.
In 2015, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) started earmarking paid parking spots for various categories of vehicles on 4.7 km stretch between Karnavati Club and Hebatpur-Sola on the Highway, where a number of offices and shopping complexes are located.[4]
Landmarks[edit | edit source]
The highway is dotted with large-scale retail outlets like Lifestyle, Globus, Croma, and Westside. Various automotive dealership showrooms including Porsche, BMW, Audi, Triumph, Jaguar, Land Rover, Range Rover, Nissan, Volvo, Toyota, Rolls-Royce, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Skoda, Jeep,[5] Ducati[6] and Mercedes are located on this road.
Government institutions[edit | edit source]
Religious institutions[edit | edit source]
- Gobindham Gurudwara
- ISKCON Temple
- Vasihnodevi Temple
- Adalaj
Educational institutions and research centres[edit | edit source]
- Consumer Education and Research Centre
- Chimanbhai Patel Institute Of Management & Research
- National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) Ahmedabad Campus
- SGVP International School
- Sola Bhagvat Vidhyapith
- Silver Oak University
- Nirma University
- L. J. Campus
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
- Sola Civil Hospital
- Zydus Hospital
- KD Hospital
- HCG Cancer Center
Corporate institutions and parks[edit | edit source]
- GNFC Tower
- Intas Biopharmaceuticals Corporate Office
- Mondeal Square
- Mondeal Heights
- Shapath IV
- Shapath V
- Titanium One
- Titanium Plaza
- TTEC
- Signature 1
- Zydus Corporate Park (ZCP)
Entertainment centres[edit | edit source]
- Acropolis Mall
- Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad
- ISCON Mall
- Karnavati Club
- Novotel Ahmedabad
- Rajpath Club
- The Grand Bhagwati
- YMCA International Centre
- Palladium Ahmedabad Mall
- Swagat Holiday Mall [7]
Public places[edit | edit source]
- Chharodi Lake
- Adalaj ki Vav
Future developments[edit | edit source]
- On 7 July 2017, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has sanctioned INR 7 billion for the development of 44 km stretch of the highway.[8]
- Currently as of October 2024 the new elevated flyover is to be construct from YMCA club to Karnavati club to reduce the traffic and emission.
In popular culture[edit | edit source]
- Mahesh Babu starrer 2013 Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu (Telugu Film) was shot near Cinemax Multiplex, within the vicinity of the highway.[9]
Accidents[edit | edit source]
The Times of India reports during 22 July 2023 a significant increase in road traffic accidents on SG Road in Ahmedabad, India, according to data from emergency service provider EMRI 108. The 2022–23 period saw an average of eight accidents daily, a 65% rise from the previous year. This surge has led to a doubling of ambulance services in the area. The high accident rate is attributed to SG Road's nature as a city-passing highway with heavy converging traffic and higher average vehicle speeds. Implementing speed calming measures, proper signage, lane demarcation, and adequate lighting are suggested as potential solutions to reduce accidents.[10]
- A fatal incident occurred on Ahmedabad's ISKCON Bridge when a vehicle, driven by Tathya Patel, struck a crowd that had gathered due to a previous collision, resulting in nine deaths. Following the tragic event, Patel was promptly arrested by local authorities.[11][12][13]
Gallery[edit | edit source]
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The Thaltej Underpass -
ISCON Mega Mall -
Gobindham Gurudwara -
ISKCON Flyover
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "SG Highway under GoG control, flyover at Vaishnodevi circle likely". DeshGujarat. 8 December 2015. Retrieved 4 April 2018.
- ↑ Brahmbhatt, Alok (18 June 2017). "AC bus service from airport – Ahmedabad Mirror". Ahmedabad Mirror. Retrieved 4 April 2018.
- ↑ "Centre okays seven new flyovers on SG Highway – Times of India". The Times of India. TNN. Retrieved 4 April 2018.
- ↑ "Paid parking on Ahmedabad's SG Highway, Gurukul road – Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 4 April 2018.
- ↑ "FCA India opens first Jeep dealership in Ahmedabad". www.autocarpro.in. Retrieved 4 April 2018.
- ↑ "Ducati India opens new dealership in Ahmedabad – Overdrive". Overdrive. Retrieved 4 April 2018.
- ↑ Mall, Swagat Holiday Mall (4 November 2024). "Mall in gandhinagar".
- ↑ "Centre sanctions Rs 700 crore for flyovers, widening of SG Road – Times of India". The Times of India. TNN. 7 July 2017. Retrieved 4 April 2018.
- ↑ "It is A'bad calling for southern stars". Ahmedabad Mirror. 28 November 2016. Retrieved 11 February 2020.
- ↑ "Reckless driving led to 8 accidents daily on SG Road: EMRI 108 data". The Times of India. 22 July 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 22 July 2023.
- ↑ "Car Driver Arrested For Crushing 9 people To Death In Ahmedabad: Cops". NDTV.com. Retrieved 22 July 2023.
- ↑ "9 Dead, 11 Injured In Road Accident On Iskcon Flyover In Gujarat's Ahmedabad". ABP Live. 20 July 2023. Retrieved 22 July 2023.
- ↑ "Gujarat: 9 Dead As Car Mows Down Crowd Gathered At Accident Site On Ahmedabad Bridge; Realtor, Son Arrested". www.india.com. Retrieved 22 July 2023.
