New Delhi‑to‑Kathmandu Highway Slashes Journey to 8 Hours, Boosts Tourism

India and Nepal are set to benefit from a new highway that will connect Delhi with the Nepalese capital, cutting the current travel time by more than half.\n\nThe 1,200‑km route, which will traverse the Himalayan foothills, is expected to take passengers just eight hours from Delhi to Kathmandu, down from the current 12‑14 hours.\n\nTransport officials say the faster link will make the corridor more attractive for tourists, potentially increasing the number of Indian visitors to Nepal and boosting local economies.\n\nThe project, part of the India‑Netherlands partnership, is slated for completion by 2025, with phased construction already underway.