Numerous varieties of vehicles from different parts of the nation commute using a national highway. National Highways are indeed the lifelines of our country; it not only helps in the smooth transportation of goods and passengers but also facilitates heavy military movement across the nation.

Here in this article, we will discuss the national highway 50 (NH 50), famous places around it, the latest route map and more.

In 2010, the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) clubbed several existing national highways in Karnataka and Maharashtra. Thus, National Highway 50 was formed from NH 13, NH 218 and NH 63.

NH 50 stretches from Nanded in Maharashtra to Lakshmisagara in Karnataka connecting several important places on its way. Now, let us learn its route and other details.

The highway connects the adjoining states of Maharashtra and Karnataka. On its way, it connects some of the following significant places of these states:

Maharashtra:

• Nanded
• Udgir
• Humnabad
• Jamb bk Jalkot

Karnataka:

• Bidar
• Jagalur
• Kalaburagi
• Kudligi
• Chitradurga

The National Highway 50 starts from Nanded, Maharashtra and terminates at the junction with NH 48 near Lakshmisagara in Karnataka.

It connects some of the significant places on its way like Nanded, Loha, Kandhar, Udgir, Bijapur, Hosapete, Chitradurga, etc.

The following are the types of vehicles allowed on the National Highway 50:

• Car (SUVs, micro SUVs, vans, sedans, pickups)
• Light commercial vehicles (LCV)
• Up to three-axle vehicles
• Four to six-axle vehicles
• Seven or more axle vehicles
• Buses and trucks

The following are the speed limits set by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) for various categories of vehicles:

• Motorcycles: 80 km per hour
• Quadricycle: 60 km per hour
• Three-wheeled vehicles: 50 km per hour
• Motor vehicles with not more than eight seats in addition to the driver’s seat used to carry passengers: 100 km per hour
• Motor vehicles having nine or more seats in addition to the driver’s seat used to carry passengers: 90 km per hour
• Motor vehicles used to carry goods: 80 km per hour

Here are some of the significant places covered by the NH 50:

1. Maharashtra

Some of the important places you can explore while travelling via NH 50 in Maharashtra are:

• Nanded Fort
• Annapurna Devi Mandir
• Kandhar Fort
• Sahastrakund Waterfall
• Kaleshwar Temple

2. Karnataka

While travelling via National Highway 50, you can explore some important places in Karnataka which includes:

• Bidar Fort
• Rangeen Mahal
• Shri Narsimha Jharna Mandir
• Haft Gumbad
• Shree Sharana Basaveshwara Temple
• Jamiya Masjid
• Gol Gumbaz
• Ibrahim Rauza Tomb

When setting out on a drive, one needs to take several safety precautions in mind. Following these tips will ensure a safe and hassle-free journey on National Highway 50:

• During monsoon, Maharashtra and Karnataka experience heavy rainfall, hence, be cautious while driving on NH 50, and ensure the wipers and windshield is in perfect condition.
• Avoid overtaking vehicles ahead of you by overspeeding on NH 50.
• Consider maintaining an adequate distance from the vehicle ahead of you when travelling via NH 50 to avoid collision in case of sudden brake.
• Always follow the signs and symbols on the road and maintain the speed within the permissible limit.