National highways are like a lifeline of a country, without which it is very hard for it to function. They not only help in the transportation of people and goods but also allow troop movements making them crucial for national security.

In this article, we have discussed all there is to know about the National Highway 65 (NH 65). This includes its entry and exit points, famous places to visit, latest route, map, etc.

The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has re-numbered the NH9 organising it to form a new route known as National Highway 65. The national highway 65 is one of the major expressways in the country. Here is the list of the states covered by NH 65.

NH 65 runs through four states namely:

• Maharashtra
• Karnataka
• Telangana 
• Andhra Pradesh

The National Highway 65 starts from Pune near the NH 48 junction and terminates at Machilipatnam in the state of Andhra Pradesh at its junction with NH 216. NH 65 connects several significant places like Indapur, Solapur, Vijayawada, Hyderabad, and Suryapet. 

The section between Vijayawada and Hyderabad is known as Vijayawada–Hyderabad Expressway and it is one of the prominent expressways in the country.

Mentioned below are the types of vehicles allowed on National Highway 65:

• Car (SUVs, sedans, hatchbacks, compact SUVs, micros, pickups, vans)
• Light commercial vehicles (LCV)
• Buses and trucks
• Three-axle vehicles
• Four to six-axle vehicles
• Seven or more axle vehicles

Here 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

India has an extensive network of over 480 toll roads, most of which are owned by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI). The toll rates vary between different states, highways and types of vehicles. Here are the toll rates for NH 65 in Andhra Pradesh:

• Applicable toll rates for cars, jeeps and vans:
  • Single journey charge: ₹95
  • Return journey charge: ₹140
  • Monthly pass charge: ₹3120
  • Registered commercial vehicles charge enclosed plaza: NA
• Toll tax applicable for light commercial vehicles (LCV):
  • Single journey charge: ₹150
  • Return journey charge: ₹220
  • Monthly pass charge: ₹4930
  • Registered commercial vehicles charge enclosed plaza: NA
• Toll tax applicable for Bus/Truck
  • Single journey charge: ₹305
  • Return journey charge: ₹460
  • Monthly pass charge: ₹10,195
  • Registered commercial vehicles charge enclosed plaza: NA
• Toll tax applicable for vehicles of up to three axle vehicles
  • Single journey charge: ₹475
  • Return journey charge: ₹710
  • Monthly pass charge: ₹15,755
  • Registered commercial vehicles charge enclosed plaza: NA

The National Highway 65 passes through some of the beautiful and well-known places in the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Some of the most well-known places covered by NH 65 are as follows:

1. Maharashtra

While passing through Maharashtra, you can visit:

• Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir
• Sinhagad Fort
• Palasnath Temple
• Solapur Bhuikot Fort

2. Karnataka

Some of the popular places you can explore in this state include:

• Shri Veerabhadreshwara Temple
• Bidar Fort
• Manik Parbhu Temple
• Basavakalyan Fort

3. Telangana

Some of the places you can explore in Telangana include:

• Ethipothala Waterfalls
• Kusrumpally Waterfalls
• Ketaki Sangameswara Temple
• Golconda Fort
• Ramoji Film City
• Kolanupaka Jain Temple
• Calvary Temple
• Sri Chaya Someshwara Temple

4. Andhra Pradesh

Some of the most well-known places covered by NH 65 in Arunachal Pradesh include the following:

• Sri Tirupatamma Ammavari Temple
• Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam
• Machilipatnam Beach

There are various key points one should keep in their mind when travelling on the route of NH 65 for the first time. These are:

• You should always follow the signs and symbols on the road and maintain the permissible speed limit. 
• Maintain an adequate distance from the vehicle ahead of you on NH 65, as the route is crowded during daytime.
• Check the weather report before embarking on your journey along NH 65 because the road can get dangerous during heavy rains. 
• Avoid late-night driving on NH 65 as it can lead to low visibility and exhaustion.
• Ensure that your vehicle’s headlamps are functional and use high beams as and when necessary only.
• Be careful while driving and consider maintaining a moderate speed to avoid accidents due to overspeeding.

To conclude, driving on a national highway can be a bit risky, but following the guidelines can ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey. If you are planning to take the NH 65 route for the first time, then hopefully this article has served its purpose well.