The Central Government is reportedly planning a new national expressway network, dubbed ‘Golden Quadrilateral 2.0’, aimed at linking India’s major economic and industrial centres through next-generation high-speed corridors. The ambitious plan seeks to build on the success of the original Golden Quadrilateral, which revolutionized connectivity between Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata two decades ago.
According to sources, the upcoming version will feature advanced greenfield expressways designed for higher speeds, seamless freight movement, and reduced travel times between key production, logistics, and export hubs. The project will be aligned with India’s growing infrastructure goals under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, integrating road networks with ports, airports, rail terminals, and industrial corridors.
The proposed expressways are expected to connect emerging growth centres such as Ahmedabad, Surat, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Pune, creating a multi-layered logistics backbone across the country. The government aims to ensure that these routes also support electric vehicle charging infrastructure, intelligent traffic systems, and green mobility initiatives.
Officials have indicated that the detailed planning phase is currently underway, with feasibility studies and alignment surveys being conducted. The initiative will likely be developed in phases over the next decade, involving both public investment and private participation.
‘Golden Quadrilateral 2.0’ is envisioned as a transformative step toward creating a future-ready highway ecosystem, boosting India’s competitiveness in manufacturing, trade, and logistics while paving the way for sustainable, high-speed mobility across regions.
